R&D LAB TECHNICIAN INTERN-HG70910 DPT R&D

Our Research and Development Department’s Internship Program provides a select group of college students in their junior or senior year an opportunity to experience Engineering for a minimum of 12 weeks. This is a paid internship based out of our Torrance, California location that is structured to allow interns to take on a great deal of responsibility quickly and gain immediate exposure to the Research and Development Department.

The Intern will assist the Design Engineering team in the update and maintenance of legacy product drawings. The Intern will support this activity by utilizing 3D CAD Modeling, drafting with GD&T, and research into legacy product design requirements. A successful candidate will learn by interacting with other department personnel and plant engineering. The Intern may also be tasked with assisting in specific areas of the development of new products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 DOCUMENTATION

•  Preparation and modification of engineering drawings using both manual and computer-aided systems such as SolidWorks.
• Create schedules, flow charts, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations
• Develops and/or updates specifications.
• Updates and/or redrawing of legacy product drawings
• Develops and/or sustains engineering calculation sheets.

CAD

• Design basic parts for use in SolidWorks
• Make basic modifications to CAD Designs in SolidWorks
• Assemble and manipulate components in an assembly

ANALYSIS

• Miscellaneous technical data generation, calculations and analysis; available tools include PC engineering workstations. These tasks may involve creating new Excel spread sheets or modifying existing files.
• Performs data entry and analysis, in MS Excel or MS Access, for trending in order to manage related action items.
• Analysis of designs to meet design and performance requirements
• Design test plans to verify and validate product parameters

PROCESSES

•  Assist team in identifying process improvements
• Support the quoting of equipment, fixtures, test coupons.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Minimum of second year in an undergraduate engineering degree program. Preferably Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Completion of college level courses in mechanical testing, design, and material properties
• MS Office (Excel / Word), MS PowerPoint mid to expert level
• Proficient with 3D CAD modeling, SolidWorks preferred
• Knowledgeable in common drafting practices
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in team-based settings
• Interest in analytical thinking and creative problem solving
• Ability to learn quickly and thrive in fast-paced environment
• Vigorous work ethic and high performance standards
• Ability to work on projects independently and in team environment
• Good communication skills both oral/written

Ways of Working, Experience, and Behaviors

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the work flows and procedures.
• Technical Skills – Technical skills in 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks 2012 or newer, mechanical analysis and data extrapolation; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word software; Reads and understands blueprints
• Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Demonstrates synthesis mindset and ability to write test reports
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate computer skills and have intermediate to advanced skills with Spreadsheet and Word Processing software, and be proficient with 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks 2012 or newer

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) Ability to perform these operations using units such as force, torque, weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Evidence of “US person” is required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIROMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time. The employee is required to speak or listen and requires eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand and arm movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must regularly bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing level within normal/average range.

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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

 Safety and Environmental

 The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.