Test Engineering Intern

Hayes Performance Systems; Mequon (WI); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours to support school schedules

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Holiday parties and employee events

Supportive team-focused culture

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Mequon is seeking a Test Engineering Intern to support the engineering team. The role involves hands-on testing of real products, data gathering, and collaboration with engineers to validate designs. Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Flexible hours are available to accommodate school schedules, making it an excellent opportunity for students eager to learn and contribute.

Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably with junior standing.
• Available for part-time work during the school year and full-time in summer.
• Experience in lab work or testing is a plus, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run product tests in the lab.
• Gather meaningful test data working alongside engineers.
• Record test procedures, results, photos, and videos.
• Convert results into clear reports, graphs, and tables.
• Assist in troubleshooting and improving testing processes.

Skills

Curiosity and hands-on skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Mequon, WI | Department: Engineering | Reports to: Test Lab Supervisor

About Hayes Performance Systems

Hayes Performance Systems is a trusted leader in precision engineering and manufacturing, serving industries like powersports, cycling, agriculture, construction, and government. Since 1946, we’ve built high-performance braking and suspension systems known worldwide for their quality and reliability. In 2023, we expanded through the acquisition of ACI Industries, strengthening our capabilities in complex machining and precision assembly.

At Hayes, we don’t just make parts – we make performance possible. We value teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Flexible hours to support school schedules
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and technicians
• Holiday Parties and Employee Events throughout the year
• A supportive, team-focused culture where your ideas are valued and your work makes an impact

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Test Engineering Intern to join our engineering team. In this role, you’ll get hands‑on with real products, real testing, and real engineering challenges. You’ll support our engineers in the test lab and see firsthand how designs are validated and improved before going into production.

What You’ll Do

• Help set up and run product tests in the lab
• Work with engineers to gather meaningful test data
• Record test procedures, results, photos, and videos
• Turn results into clear reports, graphs, and tables
• Support design validation and performance testing
• Assist with troubleshooting and test improvements
• Share results and observations with the engineering team
• Help make our testing processes even better over time

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering (junior standing preferred)
• Available part-time during the school year (10–20 hours/week) and full-time in the summer
• Curious, hands‑on, and excited to learn how things work
• Comfortable using Word and Excel (we’ll teach you the rest)
• Interested in lab work, testing, or CAD (experience is a plus, not a must)
• Organized, reliable, and a good communicator
• Able to commute to our Mequon, WI location

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy learning by doing, asking questions, and working with a team that likes to build, test, and improve real products.

Ready to Build Performance?

Apply today and join a company where your curiosity and work actually show up in real products out in the world.