Product Safety & Reliability Intern

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability accommodations

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, a leading maker of access equipment, is seeking a Product Safety Intern to support the Product Safety department throughout its product life cycle. You will collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Compliance, Sales, Service, Marketing, Purchasing, Quality and Operations to gain hands-on experience and deliver research-driven solutions.

The role emphasizes learning, cross-functional interaction, and contributing to safety documentation and compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with GPA 3.0+.

Responsibilities

• Provide research for standards and regulations for existing and new products.
• Assist with evaluating products and features for manuals and warning decals.
• Participate with advanced technology teams in evaluating autonomy solutions for regulations and standards.
• Assist with research for customer support safe use and modification inquiries.
• Prepare information such as Field Service Bulletins and Service Information.
• Attend cross-functional meetings with Training, Service, Technical Publications and Marketing.
• Support team processes to align with improvement activities.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

Job Description

The Product Safety Engineer Intern will provide support to the Product Safety department by working on a variety of projects and activities to gain knowledge and experience in various aspects of this discipline. This role will work side by side with Product Safety professionals to provide research and solutions during the full life cycle of our products. Interactions will build relationships with various departments, including Product Management, Engineering, Compliance, Sales, Service, Marketing, Purchasing, Quality, and Operations.

YOUR IMPACT

• Provide research for standards and regulations for various existing and new products.
• Assist with evaluating new and existing products and features for applicable content in manuals and warning decals.
• Actively participate with advanced technology teams in evaluating new autonomy solutions for relevant regulations, standards, and applications within our equipment.
• Assist with research for customer support safe use and modification inquiries.
• Prepare information such as Field Service Bulletins, Service Information, etc.
• Attend and participate in cross-functional collaboration meetings with Training, Service, Technical Publications and Marketing meetings.
• Support and evaluate team processes to maintain alignment with various improvement activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of construction or agricultural industries and equipment used.
• Education or experience focused on electro-mechanical or mechatronics.
• Previous internship experience or work-related experience with Product Safety, Compliance, Reliability, or Improvement Engineering.
• Outstanding organization and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and become an expert in problem solving and continuous improvement processes and tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following represents general working conditions for this office-based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature-controlled settings. Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone.

Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings.

Occasional movement within the office environment is necessary, including walking short distances, standing, or reaching for files. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00

Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons, as defined in these regulations. Generally, a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.

As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.