Engineering / Technical Sales Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering / Technical Sales Intern

About IDEX and US Valve:
IDEX is actively seeking talented individuals to build or grow their careers. Whether you are an experienced professional, a recent college graduate, or somewhere in between, IDEX offers an environment where you can apply your existing skills, learn new ones, and make a significant impact. With diverse opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more, across over 40 global businesses, IDEX likely has something special for you. This role is specifically with US Valve, a business unit under IDEX’s Airtech division.

Job Summary:
As an Engineering / Technical Sales Intern, you will play a crucial role in enhancing technical sales data and supporting both the Engineering and Sales teams. Your primary responsibilities will include the creation of sizing and application guides, simulation tools, and various visual materials. You will contribute to the development of internal tools and sales literature by generating charts, drawings, and application resources. This internship provides hands-on experience in technical communication, CAD modeling, and potentially programming, all while collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Engineering, and Marketing. Upon completion of your projects, you will have the opportunity to present your outcomes to the Senior Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and build a mechanical demonstration structure for valve performance comparison.
• Develop and specify a flow loop for internal valve testing.
• Create CAD models and engineering drawings for prototype components using SolidWorks.
• Select appropriate materials and components for mechanical builds.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure manufacturability and safety of designs.
• Assemble and test prototypes; document performance results.
• Support trade show and customer engagement efforts through technical demonstration.
• Participate in design reviews and provide engineering documentation.
• Assist in root cause analysis and validation testing as needed.
• Create sizing and application guides for valve products.
• Generate or outsource application tools to simulate valve performance.
• Develop charts and drawings for internal tools and sales literature.
• Support the Engineering and Sales teams with technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and usability of materials.
• Utilize SolidWorks to create CAD models and visual assets.
• Assist in programming or tool development for simulation and analysis.
• Lead collection of physical data, including product weight.
• Collaborate with external designers to support the creation of sales literature.
• Present project findings and deliverables to leadership.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above.
• Enrolled and in good standing at a Maryland higher education institution.
• Minimum of Sophomore standing by the start of the internship.
• Majoring or minoring in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Design, or a related discipline.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
• SolidWorks experience preferred.

Education And/Or Experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent.

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.
• Required to move around and be still.
• Use hands to handle objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Talk and hear.
• Occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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.
• Office and shop floor working environment.
• Noise level is minimal with intervals of spikes.
• Required to wear safety glasses and utilize safety equipment while present on the shop floor.

Total Rewards:
• Compensation range: $32,500.00 – $48,700.00, depending on experience.
• This position may be eligible for a performance-based bonus plan.

Benefits Package:
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include:
• Health benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• And more.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
US Valve and IDEX are committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, US Valve will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Attention Applicants:
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Job Family: Engineering
Business Unit: Airtech