Mechanical CAD Designer Internship

Overview

Six-month co-op internship on the Mechanical Designer team in Shakopee, MN, supporting product development of printing and personalization systems for credit cards, passports, driver's licenses, national IDs and more.

What you'll do

• Solve technical problems and identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with and take work direction from Mechanical Engineers.
• Develop solutions for design problems.
• Create or modify solid models of parts.
• Create and review part drawings.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Prototype and test designs.
• Provide solutions and recommendations for technical problems.
• Collaborate on cross-functional teams with other engineers and designers to achieve project objectives.

What you'll need

• Pursuing an Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering Design or equivalent.
• Solid modeling experience.
• Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US.

Nice to have

• SolidWorks 3-D solid modeling experience.
• Knowledge of injection-molded plastic part design.
• Knowledge working with mechanical and electromechanical products.
• Knowledge of sheet metal and machined part design.
• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
• Strong interest in product design.
• Detail-oriented, deadline driven, self-directed and organized.
• Ability to excel in a highly interactive cross-functional team.
• Commitment to learning and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.

Details

• Location: Shakopee, MN (Corporate headquarters).
• Duration: 6 months.
• Program: co-op for undergraduate students.
• Pay range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour in the primary posting location, determined by geographic location, education, skills and experience.
• No agencies; no relocation.