Materials Engineering Intern

About the role

Brazeway is the world’s largest producer of frost‑free evaporator coils and a top global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components for the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air‑conditioning industries. The company prides itself on delivering work based on its Core Values – Integrity, Quality, Accountability, Community, Safety, Innovation, and Initiative – and believes that its people are its most important asset. This approach has propelled Brazeway to the forefront of ingenuity across the sectors it serves. The internship is based at the Adrian, Michigan facility, which offers a 30‑45‑minute commute to Ann Arbor or Toledo and provides access to vibrant city life or suburban amenities. Brazeway also operates manufacturing sites in Hopkinsville (KY), Shelbyville (IN), and Monterrey (Mexico). The company provides a strong, collaborative team culture and a safe, progressive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Research & Development: work on product and process innovation in the HVAC industry; generate ideas to improve products, services, and processes; use state‑of‑the‑art lab tools; apply CAD to create new designs and improve existing ones; create samples and design prototypes; contribute to design solution activities using CAD, simulation, fundamental engineering principles, and team coaching.
• Analysis & Testing: utilize MS Office products; perform calculations and tests on projects to produce data analysis and interpretation; assist in developing laboratory testing, interpreting results, and recommending next steps.
• Fixture Builds: perform calculations and tests on projects to produce data analysis and interpretation.
• Administrative: support engineering teams on various projects; remain flexible as business opportunities develop; multi‑task with other duties; follow Process Based Leadership, Code of Conduct, and 5S+Safety Program; track progress and provide a final report to Brazeway Leadership; improve professional presence through cross‑functional teamwork, presentations, and initiatives; willingness to travel to other Brazeway locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Technical Degree (preferably with coursework in Materials Characterization).
• Experience using basic hand tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interface with all levels of the organization and externally with customers and suppliers.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to a team environment.
• Self‑motivated student capable of juggling multiple tasks.
• Ability to draw conclusions and create reports and presentations – technical thinking ability.