Intern - Design Engineering

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry. 

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs. 

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

 Under the supervision of the Design Engineering Manager, works with Design Engineers to support customer orders and engineering projects, responsible for the preparation of drawings, basic calculations, and other related engineering documentation.  Depending on job performance and company needs, this could turn into a full-time position at time of graduation.

Your Responsibilities:

• Conducts engineering studies on design for products, associated and subsystems components, and structures.
• Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements, and related technical data pertaining to design.
• Applies engineering principles to design, modify, or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment or processes.
• Creates drawings in developing product designs.
• Completes work according to standard engineering principles and practices.
• Conducts analytical studies on engineering proposals to develop design for products, equipment, machines, associated and subsystems components, and structures.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering software and equipment.
• Analyzes data to determine feasibility of product proposal.
• Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.
• Confers with research personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develops design.
• Prevents or eliminates defects in new or existing products.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Support of company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.
• Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering student with three plus years completed course work towards major with three years relevant experience and/or training.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.
• AutoCAD and Inventor experience with Solid Modeling and 3D design experience preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering proposals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.  

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.