Design Engineering Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Salamander Designs is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Engineering Intern to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in product design and development within a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment. The position has potential to grow into a full-time role for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of AV furniture and related mechanical components using 3D CAD software 

• Create, configure, and revise 2D drawings and 3D models to support manufacturing of standard and custom product 

• Assist with Engineering Change Requests, Vendor Quality Alerts, BOM updates and revisions, and custom order setup.

• Conduct testing and evaluation of prototypes and provide documentation

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across product lines and throughout the department, with a focus on CAD database organization and File System Management

• Collaborate on new product development from ideation through prototyping and product launch

• Participate in custom product design reviews and provide engineering analysis and recommendations

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited Engineering or related program (junior or senior standing preferred)

• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent)

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

• Real-world, hands-on design engineering experience in a product-driven environment

• Mentorship from an experienced team of design and manufacturing engineers

• Exposure to the full product development lifecycle — from concept through production

• Competitive internship compensation

• Potential for a long-term permanent position upon graduation

• A collaborative, creative, and supportive workplace culture