Product Development and Engineering Test Intern – Engineering Testing

Job Description

Product Development and Engineering Testing Intern | Molekule

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Molekule, located in Lakeland, FL. Molekule develops innovative air purification and air quality solutions utilizing proprietary photocatalytic technology. This role is crucial as interns work directly on the evaluation, testing, and improvement of products designed to enhance indoor air quality in environments where people live and work. The position provides direct exposure to real-world product testing, engineering analysis, and product development processes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Lakeland, FL

• Team: Hardware Engineering and Development Team; Reports to Engineering Team
• Mission: This person executes engineering test procedures, collects and analyzes product performance data, troubleshoots hardware systems, and contributes to product improvement efforts for air purification products.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Python, SolidWorks, CREO, Arduino, Espressif, Raspberry Pi

What You’ll Actually Do
• Execute engineering test procedures for air purification products and related systems.
• Perform airflow, performance, and environmental chamber testing involving various pollutants like VOCs and particulate matter.
• Collect, organize, document, and analyze sensor data from external and onboard product sensors using software tools.
• Develop test plans, gather materials, execute tests, and document findings for product reliability testing.
• Troubleshoot hardware, firmware, and electrical issues through structured testing and analysis.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Rising junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection; ability to follow technical procedures and execute testing with minimal supervision.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel; proficiency with Python and comfort interacting with microcontrollers.
• Bonus: Previous laboratory, engineering project, or hands-on technical experience; experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks or CREO; experience working with sensors, instrumentation, or test equipment; familiarity with data analysis and technical reporting; experience assembling, modifying, programming, troubleshooting, and recording data from electromechanical systems or microcontrollers.