Mechanical Engineering Internship or Co-op 2027

About the role

When you join the Precision Automation and Robotics evolution at Aerotech, located near Pittsburgh, PA in RIDC Park, O’Hara Township, you will join a company that is small enough that everyone makes a difference, and large enough to work with today’s latest and greatest technology. You will gain exceptional experience with a balance of learning, hands-on training, and opportunities to work on projects that matter.

Internship program highlights

• Extend your education from your classroom to practical applications
• Access to leading engineers in the field of automation and robotics
• Participate with other interns and assigned mentors exploring various projects, career paths, company luncheons and activities
• Competitive compensation and flexible schedules, supporting your professional and educational goals

Position summary

There are multiple departments within Aerotech that have Mechanical Engineering Internship opportunities, including in Mechanical R&D, Engineered Solutions, Mechatronics Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering. By applying for this position, you will be considered for all Mechanical Engineering Internships or Co-ops.

Note: Internships typically last approximately three (3) months within a single summer.

Essential functions

• Assist in many aspects of the design, assembly, testing, and analysis of precision positioning systems under the guidance of an upper-level engineer and with the support of a peer group
• Perform detailed mechanical design, drawing, and documentation of parts and assemblies to support the production of our precision motion systems
• Characterize error motions in positioning systems by learning to use laser interferometers, capacitance probes, autocollimators, indicators, digital levels, accelerometers, and other metrology equipment
• Use frequency response methods and vibration test equipment to characterize dynamic performance and stability margins of closed loop servomechanisms
• Work closely with the engineering and production teams to identify and correct problematic steps in the manufacturing process
• Collect, analyze, and present data using a variety of software tools for both formal presentations and informal group meetings
• Practice project management techniques to clearly identify a problem statement, track progress towards the objectives, and report on the closing results

Minimum qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Currently accepting applications for Sophomores and Juniors, as well as Seniors that plan to attend graduate school and current graduate students
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or above
• Experience with at least one 3D solid modeling package is preferred
• Experience with at least one technical programming language (MATLAB, Python, etc) is preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future