Mechanical Engineer Intern

Ampaworks2 months ago
Buffalo, NY, United States
Hybrid
Internship
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer that has a real passion for technology who can deliver on bold feature launch targets. As we continue to break into bigger deals, and formalize our technology offerings for the larger enterprise segment, this division within AMPAworks will blaze the path for the organization's product optimization.

The Role

You are an independent worker, can jump right into the role. You will develop innovative hardware designs for our systems and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate is has experience designing and enjoys analytical problem solving and possesses practical knowledge of rapid prototyping.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Working with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing
  • Working with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch and sustaining
  • Writing requirements, functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures
  • Exhibit role model behaviors and ownership of your projects
  • Design and adaptation of holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements. Partner with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver an automation solution

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in: a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering program
  • Experience: communicating technical concepts and processes using clear, simple language and visuals
  • Experience: defining system architectures and exploring technical feasibility tradeoffs
  • Experience: building prototypes to advance design thinking and the final product experience
  • SolidWorks/Fusion 360: or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management
  • Thorough understanding: of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design
  • Experience: with full lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones

Bonus

  • Experience: in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
  • Experience: working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization
  • Experience: in a highly agile environment
  • Knowledge: of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
  • Proficiency: documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
  • Experience: in electronics packaging including PCBA mechanical design, incorporation of sensors and plastic PCBA enclosures that comply with IEC IP54
  • Proficiency: with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO's

Compensation

Final compensation and equity package will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

Required Skills

Product Design
SolidWorks
Full Lifecycle Product Development
Prototyping
Design Verification
System Architecture
Cross-functional Collaboration
Mechanical Engineering
Fusion 360
Technical Communication