Mechanical Engineering Intern

Graco - Minneapolis, MN

- Intern

Minneapolis, MN

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

Join our dynamic team at Graco as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, where you will work alongside our Mechanical Engineers to design, support, analyze and develop solutions to challenging problems with fluid handling equipment. You will build skills in machine design, failure analysis, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist in new product development activities, such as mechanical design ideation & collaboration
• Hands-on support of project team prototyping & testing
• Design test plans and perform tests
• Analysis of design to applicable standards (SAE, UL, etc.)
• Analysis of design using engineering analysis tools and techniques (CREO, Finite Element Analysis, etc.)
• Review of instruction manuals and product literature
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Assist in standard product support activities, such as troubleshooting product problems in manufacturing, lab or field
• Conduct tests and analysis results
• Develop and implement design solutions that solve problems
• Develop knowledge of Graco product line equipment & applications and product development considerations

Requirements

• Pursuing BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Mechanical aptitude and desire for hands on work

Nice-to-haves

• CAD software experience such as Solid Works, Creo, etc.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Stock purchase plan
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement