Mechanical Engineer Internship / Co-op

About the role

Eaton’s Energy Transition Team is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern or Co-op for a rotational assignment or Summer 2027 internship. The position supports the design and development of connected home energy management systems, intelligent vehicle-to-home/grid (V2X) power management products, and other electric power grid system solutions. Responsibilities span from project initiation through manufacturing launch and continuous improvement, working closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering Managers, Program Managers, System Architects, Firmware Engineers, and Electrical Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering design and analysis using CAD solid modeling, finite element analysis (FEA), and kinematic simulations.
• Analyze and resolve complex mechanical issues using creative designs.
• Design parts, mechanisms, and assemblies using injection molded plastic, machined metal, and formed metal parts.
• Package electronic circuit boards and other electrical components into the final product.
• Participate in new product development/introduction, innovation, prototype assembly and testing, and design-to-industrialization activities.
• Support enhancements of existing products based on evaluations of existing and new technologies per Eaton’s strategic plans.
• Contribute to international project teams assigned to research, design, develop, test, and/or launch new innovations.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution with graduation no later than August 2029.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration support for this position, including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, H-1B, or other visa-related plans.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Relocation is not provided; candidate must be located within 50 miles of Moon Township, PA.

Qualifications

• Basic (Required): Enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or similar bachelor’s program with graduation by August 2029.
• Preferred: Experience creating 3D CAD models and conducting FEA studies using SolidWorks or similar tools.
• Preferred: Experience using 3D printers.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $22.15 – $27.69 per hour. Salaries are determined based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market considerations.