2027 Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineer

About the role

You will participate in the design of innovative electronic devices intended for defense, motive, and large energy storage applications. You will validate technologies and produce working demonstration systems that integrate new technologies with existing Stryten products. You will use CAD (Stryten uses SolidWorks) and engineering analysis to assist with the definition and fine-tuning of emerging designs. You will perform experiments, first-article inspections, material selection, and similar tasks associated with mechanical engineering. You will draft test reports and plans for engineering testing and validation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of innovative electronic devices for defense, motive, and large energy storage applications
• Validate technologies and produce working demonstration systems that integrate new technologies with existing Stryten products
• Use CAD (SolidWorks) and engineering analysis to assist with the definition and fine-tuning of emerging designs
• Perform experiments, first-article inspections, material selection, and similar tasks associated with mechanical engineering
• Draft test reports and plans for engineering testing and validation

Requirements

• Working towards a BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Graduating between December 2027 and May 2028 (3rd-year student preferred)
• GPA of 3.0 or greater
• Minimum of 500 hours of SolidWorks experience
• Must have housing and transportation
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future

Qualifications

• Previous internship or a proven school project with design experience
• Understanding of GD&T
• Understanding of SolidWorks PDM
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Good attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and time management skills
• Well-developed computer skills, including CAD, Word, and Excel
• Collaborative approach — you will be a natural and enthusiastic team player

The position requires working on-site daily. This is a 40-hour week, paid opportunity.