Design Engineering Intern

ITW

Posted 3 days ago

Internship

Zeeland, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will support the Design Engineering team with product design, tooling development, and engineering documentation. They will also collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Toolroom, and Production teams to assist with new product development and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a Design Engineering Intern to support the Design Engineering team with product design, tooling development, and engineering documentation. The role requires someone pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design, or a related field, with experience in SolidWorks and strong analytical and communication skills. An interest in manufacturing, tooling, and product design is essential.

Must Have Skills for ATS

SolidWorks

Mechanical Engineering

Tool Design

GD&T

CNC Machining

Milling

Turning

Fixture Design

Engineering Documentation

Product Development

Troubleshooting

Analytical Thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job Description

Job Description:

Position Objective: Provide direct support to the Design Engineering team with a wide range of activities related to product design, tooling development, and engineering documentation. This internship offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, allowing the intern to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while gaining exposure to cross-functional operations including Quality, Toolroom, and Production.

Essential Functions:

• Support the Design Engineering team in developing and maintaining part, tooling, and gage designs
• Assist with new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Toolroom, and Production teams
• Maintain and update engineering documentation, including drawings and change management records
• Gain exposure to manufacturing processes and understand the impact of design on production performance
• Assist with troubleshooting design-related issues and supporting engineering projects as needed

Qualifications:
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design, or a related field
• Experience with SolidWorks (coursework or internship)
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Interest in manufacturing, tooling, and product design

Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with GD&T principles
• Exposure to CNC machining, milling, or turning
• Understanding of tooling or fixture design concepts

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 


As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

ITW

ITW’s Residential Construction is a division of the ITW Construction segment - a branded supplier of innovative engineered fastening systems and related consumables. They are all uniquely specified for a variety of applications including wood, concrete, steel and engineered lumber. Our products are focused on value-added opportunities for Professional Home Builders and Remodelers across the U.S. and the globe. ITW Residential Construction , like its parent company, is committed to offering its customers the most advanced products as well as the best in service, merchandising, training and sales support. Our brand portfolio includes Paslode, GRK Fasteners, Tapcon, Ramset, Red Head, Teks, E-Z Ancor, Rock-ON Backer-ON, all recognized and trusted by industry professionals throughout the U.S.. ITW strives to excel at serving contractors and do-it-yourselfers with professional grade products. Each brand is a market leader in terms of quality, performance and ease of use. These products offer unique, innovative, value-added solutions for customers. We respond to customers'​ needs by creating close working relationships to create value and improve operating efficiencies for every customer.

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