Mechanical Engineering Intern - New Product Development

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you are a part of something big!  
How you will help us create value together:

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the New Product Development team. This team's focus is to design industry-leading mining shovels and excavators for Komatsu's Surface Mining division.  
This internship is available for Summer 2024 and will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee's Harbor District. We offer full-time hours during the summer, and flexible part-time scheduling during the academic year.

• Develop CAD and programming skills (mechanical and structural layouts, mechanical dynamic simulation, in house user software modification and documentation)
• Participate in the generation of new Machine Level Concepts through SolidWorks layouts
• Utilize presentation skills
• Apply engineering analysis knowledge and tools for design
• Build team interaction/collaboration skills
• Cross-functional collaboration (purchasing, manufacturing, quality assurance, etc.)
• Involvement with New Product Development processes
• Machine fundamentals (performance, geometry, component strength and life analysis)
• Apply and develop professional communication skills (written and oral)

Basic Qualifications: 

• Pursuing a bachelor's level degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
• Hold a rising Junior or Senior level in good academic standing, Sophomore standing may be considered
• Ability to work independently as well a part of a team towards a goal
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills, able to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship experience, or hands-on experience in trade work (mechanical repair, electrical work, machine shop work, etc.)
• Basic experience with a CAD tool (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE, Inventor, etc.) with SolidWorks preferred
• Basic experience with programming software (Visual Basic, C++, LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc.)
• Creative, high energy, and self-motivated
• Proof of mechanical aptitude and interest based on previous proven skills and experience (STEM program, robotics, home projects)

Komatsu's Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ's including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We're excited that you're interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.