Job Summary
The Design Engineering Intern completes projects related to new product development in support of new business initiatives. Specific tasks include creating project plans, assisting with component design, from initial part/product conceptualization to full engineering development, and creating prototypes. Project work includes day to day interaction with the Business Unit Team, including Sales, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Manufacturing Engineering. The Intern will also assist with technical engineering support of current product lines through value analysis, product quality improvements, manufacturability, and performance optimization in the field. Throughout the assignment, professional mentoring and guidance will be provided by TA's leadership. Successful interns will be considered for full-time positions upon graduation, should positions be available.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in generating product designs in accordance with TA / Industry specifications and customer performance criteria
- Generate drawings/schematics of innovative new product ideas and applications
- Develop assembly and detail drawings and review completed drawings for accuracy and adherence to specification requirements
- Ensure design and prototype lead times are well defined and schedules are adhered to by working toward milestones
- Work closely with Business Unit Team to support the design and development of new products, including the fabrication of prototypes
- Provide design and drafting support to other Engineers
- Maintain technical accuracy and quality of work for all assignments; i.e. analytical support, evaluate/provide design alternatives and tolerance studies
- Provide technical assistance to Sales/Marketing as required
- Provide technical support to suppliers as required
Education/Previous Experience
- Currently working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
- Basic CAD, CATIA, and/or 3D solid modeling skills
- Strong people skills and ability to work well autonomously, or with team members to achieve a common goal
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project skills
Pay Range: $20 - $22 per hour