Mechanical Engineering Intern

Job Description

About the Company

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. It has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world.

Job Description

Summary

The Mechanical Engineering intern is responsible for tasks and projects under the direction of the Engineering Manager. Projects and tasks will focus on the development, design, analysis, testing, prototyping, and release of mechanical hardware for Nordco equipment.

Reporting

• Production Engineering Manager
• New Product Development (NPD) Manager / NPD Project Managers

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of Nordco’s equipment and related components.
• Use Creo to complete design improvement and corrective action projects.
• Update product models and drawings for other projects of various difficulties within the Engineering Department.
• Work closely with the Engineering Department to support Production and other manufacturing initiatives.
• Utilize basic computer software to develop or maintain spreadsheets, databases, documents, and to communicate with various departments within the organization.
• Acquire, plot, and analyze data with the assistance of a mentor.
• Build relationships with people within the organization to help complete tasks
• Other job duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Education: Pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with a GPA of 3.0.
• Experience: General Mechanical design skills. Experience with design software, Creo preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Behavioral Attributes

• The ability to develop and maintain relations.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of different situations.
• A high degree of adaptability and flexibility to operate in a fast-paced work environment.

Travel

• None

Working Conditions

Work is primarily light duty and requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk unassisted. Requires the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to talk and hear. Normal correctable vision is required.