Wli Mechanical Engineer, Intern

Mechanical Engineer Intern will be responsible for the development of project drawing sets and layouts, coordination of equipment and parts layout and drawings with other disciplines. The Mechanical Engineer Intern may also support engineers, designers and drafters as assigned.
Education:

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Preferably an undergraduate expecting to graduate by 2nd quarter of 2024

Experience:

• Previous Internship experience desired

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints.
• Team player with good organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience using SolidWorks and Autodesk products.
• Ability to interpret and apply guide lines from various sources including but not limited to the FDA, USDA, 3A, Code of Federal Regulations, CSA, and EU/CE directives and harmonized standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and systems a plus.
• Familiarity with PDM software a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform engineering duties in planning and designing machine parts and other mechanically functioning equipment.
• Responsible for drafting, designing, developing diagrams and 3D models for complex packaging machines.
• Participates in the analysis and validation of design concepts.
• Performs routine engineering tasks using standard engineering practices.
• Learn to apply applicable design principles related to machinery involved in the packaging or handling of food products.
• Assist with specifying equipment components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Research, design, evaluate and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems, processes to meet requirements and applying knowledge of engineering principles.
• Follow Winpak engineering procedures such as naming conventions, baseline dimensioning, tolerancing and creation of assemblies and parts.
• Create bills of materials and monitor assigned projects to insure accuracy and on time delivery.
• Expected to learn correct data entry methods for Winpak Systems.
• Participate with investigating equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation.
• Assist drafters ,designers and engineers as needed.
• Clear communication is key part in the success of this position.
• Must be familiar with and able to apply applicable design principles to sanitation.
• Become familiar with machinery safety and guarding per OSHA, CE and CSA.

LanguageAbility and Interpersonal Communication:
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Ability to communicate with employees and customers in person, in writing and by telephone. Ability to read, write and interpret computer system documents. Ability to understand and follow company procedures and complete typical reports and other internal documents.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to regularly use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, controls and equipment. The employee is required to both see and hear. The employee must be able to walk, sit and stand. The employee occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs., and occasionally kneels and bends.
Work Environment:
The environment is both office and manufacturing. The manufacturing environment is subject to moderate changes in temperature and the employee will be exposed to typical hazards of noise, flying debris, and overhead hazards requiring the use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
The position will interface with the Manufacturing, Engineering, Accounting, and Purchasing departments as necessary. This position will also require overtime as necessary. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Winpak Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D
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