Softgoods Product Design Intern: CAD & Prototyping

Notre Dame; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking a Mechanical Engineering internship candidate to design Softgoods components and assemblies for wearables and accessories. You will use 3D CAD tools to develop concepts and produce detailed 2D drawings, collaborating with design, human factors, product management, and reliability teams to meet fit, durability, and aesthetic requirements.

You will perform first-principles analysis, prototype with various fabrication methods, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure scalable

Qualifications

• Current enrollment or progress toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or CATIA
• Ability to build and assemble prototypes and conduct testing hands-on
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes like machining and injection molding
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including material strength, solid mechanics, free body diagrams, and stress/strain concepts
• Work authorization in the country of employment at hire and throughout employment
• Intent to return to a full-time degree program after internship completion
• Preferred: Previous mechanical design experience in consumer electronics or related field
• Preferred: Experience using Siemens NX
• Preferred: Hands-on experience delivering prototypes and testing using 3D printing, machining, sewing, laminating, Instron, and Keyence OMM
• Preferred: Knowledge of Softgoods materials and processes
• Preferred: Knowledge of GD&T and experience creating 2D drawings for mechanical parts and assemblies

Responsibilities

• Own the design of Softgoods parts and assemblies for Wearables, Cases, and Accessories
• Use creativity and mechanical engineering expertise to generate innovative solutions to complex problems
• Develop ideas using 3D CAD software
• Define specifications by building comprehensive 2D drawings
• Collaborate with Industrial Design, Human Factors, Product Management, and Reliability teams to define engineering requirements such as fit, comfort, durability, and aesthetics
• Perform engineering analysis using first principles, design of experiments, testing, and statistical data analysis
• Prototype designs using 3D printing, CNC, forming, bonding, and other methods
• Engage with external suppliers to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost efficiency at scale
• Identify and resolve production issues through troubleshooting and design iteration
• Gain knowledge of consumer product design and manufacturing at scale, including Softgoods-specific materials and processes

Skills

3D CAD fundamentals

Prototype testing

Materials & manufacturing knowledge

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Notre Dame is seeking a Mechanical Engineering internship candidate to design Softgoods components and assemblies for wearables and accessories. You will use 3D CAD tools to develop concepts and produce detailed 2D drawings, collaborating with design, human factors, product management, and reliability teams to meet fit, durability, and aesthetic requirements.

You will perform first-principles analysis, prototype with various fabrication methods, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure scalable