Remote Mechanical Engineer Intern — Hands-On Prototyping

Durin Mining Technologies; El Segundo (CA); Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Durin Mining Technologies in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to design from first principles, prototype rapidly, and test hardware. You will work closely with machinists, build and modify parts in the shop, and verify assemblies with hands-on experiments.

The role emphasizes practical experience with SAE/Baja/Solar Car style projects and a strong bias toward learning by doing, with remote-friendly options available for the internship.

Qualifications

• CAD fluency to model assemblies from napkin sketches to production-ready drawings.
• Understanding how things are made, machining capabilities and tolerances.
• Hands-on experience building or testing moving hardware.
• Ability to perform quick free-body diagrams and basic calculations to validate designs.

Responsibilities

• Design from First Principles and model complex mechanical assemblies in CAD.
• Spend 30-50% time in the shop assembling, modifying, and repairing designs.
• Use 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machining for rapid prototyping to validate ideas.
• Design test fixtures and torture-test hardware to identify breaking points before customers.
• Communicate with machine shops and suppliers to get parts made to spec and on time.

Skills

CAD Fluency

Mechanical Sympathy

Practical Experience

FEA/Hand Calcs

GD&T Basics

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Durin Mining Technologies in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to design from first principles, prototype rapidly, and test hardware. You will work closely with machinists, build and modify parts in the shop, and verify assemblies with hands-on experiments.

The role emphasizes practical experience with SAE/Baja/Solar Car style projects and a strong bias toward learning by doing, with remote-friendly options available for the internship.