Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Competitive Pay: This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $22 /hr. to $24 /hr., depending on experience and qualifications. Join OTC Industrial Technologies' DIRECTAIR® team for a hands-on engineering internship where you'll work alongside experienced professionals on real-world projects. You'll gain exposure to compressed air systems, product design, manufacturing, and quality processes while building practical engineering skills and contributing to solutions that support industrial customers across North America. What You'll Do Provide technical and administrative support to the Engineering and Quality teams. Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints and assist with troubleshooting equipment and systems. Review and create bills of materials (BOMs), scopes of work, and other engineering documentation. Review product specifications and help establish internal equipment standards. Revise and update electrical schematics using AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Assist with the design, fabrication, and installation of compressor systems, fixtures, tooling, and related equipment. Prepare detailed technical reports for internal teams and customers. Support the development and maintenance of the SolidWorks PDM database and SolidWorks Toolbox. Help create and maintain engineering standards, processes, and documentation. Assist in building and organizing an intelligent parts database within SolidWorks. Participate in quality audits of manufacturing operations and decommissioned modules. Collaborate with electrical, application, and mechanical engineering teams on cross-functional projects. What You'll Need Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Effective problem-solving and analytical abilities. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Willingness to learn new engineering concepts, systems, and technologies. Confidence in sharing ideas, asking questions, and contributing to team discussions. Interest in industrial automation, controls, manufacturing, and project engineering. What You'll Gain Hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals. Exposure to mechanical design, industrial automation, controls, and project engineering. Opportunities to contribute to meaningful engineering and quality improvement projects. Experience collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines. Professional development through mentorship, training, and real-world project work. What We Offer A high-impact internship experience with meaningful projects and assignments. The opportunity to work for a leading industrial distributor recognized nationwide. Competitive hourly pay during the summer internship program (late May through early August). Professional development and growth opportunities within a technology-driven organization serving a wide range of industries. #J-18808-Ljbffr OTC Industrial