Engineer, Hardware Intern

Location:

Austin, TX, US, 78728

Our Summer Internship Program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience where you will work on real projects, solve real business challenges, and collaborate with leaders across the organization.

This is more than an internship—it’s an opportunity to accelerate your development, expand your perspective, and begin shaping your career with purpose.

We are looking for curious, driven, and high-potential individuals ready to learn, contribute, and grow. If you are eager to make an impact, challenge yourself, and be part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and take the first step toward your future with us.

Position Summary:

This position is for an Mechanical/Hydraulic engineering intern for someone with knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic components and assemblies. This position focuses on sustaining efforts for existing products (e.g., support for regional production and manufacturing engineering teams) and R&D (research and development) projects as well.

Position Responsibilities:

R&D projects

Review global research projects – standards, work done and research implementation for North America

Assist with the build of prototype meters. Interns will be provided with assembly models in 3d to be used for reference.

Fabricate and assemble prototype components and modules used for testing

Develop design verification test methods with assistance.

Write test reports with assistance.

Assist with design reviews.

Assist with FFF, structural testing, hydraulic Cycle testing and regulatory.

Sustaining work

Assist with the build of prototype meters. Interns will be provided with assembly models in 3d to be used for reference.

Execute and document meter and check valve testing

Support and improve testers and test fixtures

Come up with recommendations to improve meter testing process

Qualification Requirements:

Enrolled in BS in an engineering discipline (preferably mechanical engineering)

Knowledge of SolidWorks CAD system.

Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of machine shops.

Knowledge of cross-functional design teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of UL hazardous area zoning requirements for fuel dispensers.

Essential Functions:

Customer-centric mindset.

Technology mindset.

Ability to work both individually and in a team.

Ability to work with limited direction to attain project goals according to set timelines.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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