Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)

Posted:
9/13/2024, 5:59:15 AM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Orrville, Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

Assist senior design engineers with multiple tasks involving the mechanical engineering job functions.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

  • Work with global engineering resources to prepare/revise/review vehicle component layouts using CAD (i.e. Creo Parametric)

  • Design, model and test new mechanical systems that integrate with an overall new product development machine design

  • Generate engineering calculations of weight distribution, stress analysis, performance estimations, etc.

  • Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect product changes.

  • Research and execute on continuous improvement request (CIR’s) to support manufacturing, supply chain, and customer feedback/operations

  • Create and manage ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices) using the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system.

  • Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance.

  • Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems

  • Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field.

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

                                                                                                                                       

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

  • Good oral and written communication skills.

  • Previous internship experience or work-related experience.

  • Previous experience or heightened interest in mechanical design.

  • Experience in extracurricular activities outside academic requirements (SAE teams, etc..)

  • Experience using Creo Parametric, Pro-E, CATIA or a similar CAD system is a plus.

  • Understanding of basic steel and sheet metal fabrication principles

  • Knowledge of construction industry and equipment used.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude

WHY OSHKOSH?

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the ~15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team at [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

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