Intern - Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This is an opportunity for an individual currently studying Mechanical Engineering or combined study programme at an undergraduate level to join us for an internship based in our High Wycombe Site.

The programme is up to one year in duration and will give you the opportunity to put your developing skills and knowledge into practice. Working with Project Engineers and Managers, an Intern Mechanical Engineer role contributes to the design, development and support of the mechanical aspects of Low Force products.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Contribute to mechanical engineering design of Low Force products.
• Preparation of BOM, design schemes and proposals
• Responsibility for detail design and for drawing set update
• Adhere to drawing office standards and design standards.
• Apply theoretical design studies to development decisions.
• Assist as necessary in the procurement of components and liaison with vendors.
• Some hands on experience in the Engineering laboratory.
• Assisting Engineers in the running of tests and recording of test data.
• Maintain a log book to record the work undertaken.
  
  

Key Competencies (includes skills)

• Ability to carry out design and detail functions using CAD ( preferably Solid Edge)
• Ability to do basic engineering calculations to substantiate design solutions
• Ability to work well within a cross-functional cross-cultural team structure
• Ability to work under time pressure and manage own time to meet project timescales
• Ability to pay attention to detail
  
  

Qualifications

• Undergraduate studying towards a degree in an Engineering discipline (e.g. MEng, BEng).