Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, driven and innovative individual for our Mechanical Engineering Intern position. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer in Pullman, WA. If you are a current student looking for the opportunity to develop your mechanical engineering skills, learn from world class engineers, and enhance your academic learning, then this may be the position for you! As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, a typical day might include the following: Tolerance, return on investment (ROI), thermal, and structural analysis. Design of plastic, machined, and sheet metal parts. Update SolidWorks models and drawings. Data entry of technical information into company databases (MS Access, Lotus Notes, SolidWorks). Follow mechanical development and quality assurance procedures. Assembling and evaluating prototypes or components that you design, to validate fit, function, and manufacturability This job might be for you if you: Are pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with one to two years engineering education completed. Have strong problem-solving skills. Have working knowledge of MS Office Applications or equivalent. Have one year SolidWorks Experience. Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills. Can learn new skills and assume new responsibilities. Can work cooperatively in a team environment. Have background check results satisfactory to SEL. Have negative drug test result(s). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with engineering documentation Finite element analysis experience Experience with automation systems or robotics projects Location Information This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns. School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year. We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation. Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings. ($24.25 - $33.00 per hour)* Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school. Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
