Alpha Technologies is the global leader in designing, manufacturing, servicing, and supporting precision rubber and polymer laboratory instrumentation as well as data acquisition and analysis software systems. Our advanced rheology test equipment is trusted across industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, and safety, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.

As part of Indicor ™, a diversified industrial solutions company, Alpha Technologies contributes to a global portfolio of best-in-class technology companies that deliver mission-critical products for industrial manufacturers. Our commitment to excellence is reinforced by our ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 certifications, ensuring precision, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.

Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work closely with a supervising engineer in their first semester, as part of a team driving the development of innovative products, cutting-edge technologies, and advancements in manufacturing processes and supply chain solutions. In subsequent semesters, or as demonstrated experience allows, they will have an increasing level of independence and ownership of tasks and projects.

In this role, the intern will design, simulate, prototype, and test complex measurement systems and components. They will generate 3D CAD models and drawings, do mathematical modeling, build electro-mechanical prototypes, and conduct verification testing and simulations. Additionally, they will document results and contribute to successful production launches and patent applications. Interns will gain hands-on experience with advanced CAD modeling and simulation tools and will collaborate closely with our suppliers and experience team members from engineering and other departments.

As a core part of our talent development strategy, our internship program is designed to foster growth and provide meaningful career-building experiences. We are deeply invested in the success of our interns and are committed to supporting their professional development.

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities

• Lead assigned product development projects and tasks as part of the engineering team
• Design and optimize systems, assemblies, and components using 3D CAD and simulation (SolidWorks)
• Devise and execute test plans to qualify new designs and components
• Work with suppliers, quality, and operations to sustain manufacturing
• Contribute innovative ideas to design concepts and continuous improvement activities
• Travel occasionally for customers, suppliers, or team building activities
• Support recruiting activities for future interns and STEM students

Education - Experience - Qualifications

• Self-directed engineering student who is eager to grow their capabilities
• Passion for innovation, collaboration, mechanical systems, hands-on work
• Pursuing a B.S./ M.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, Biomedical, Polymer or related engineering
• Must have completed freshman year
• Preferred GPA of 2.8 or higher
• 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks) or strong willingness to learn
• Most relevant classes: physics, mechanics, design of machine components, FEA, statistics, technical writing, heat transfer, electrical circuits, controls, design for manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate well and work with a diverse team across departments.

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Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: good level of fitness is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands, to talk and to hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach, with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Average vision, speaking and hearing abilities are sufficient.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The environmental conditions of this job include working near moving mechanical parts, small quantities of flammable chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise levels.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned