Argen Mechanical Design Intern

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

3-month internship

About Us

At Argen, we’re in the business of creating healthy, confident smiles one case at a time. Argen is a global leader in dental manufacturing with headquarters in San Diego, CA, subsidiaries in Canada, Germany, UK, and China, and sales in 105 countries worldwide. We have a team of 400 Awesome team members. Founded more than 50 years ago as a precious metals company in South Africa, Argen has grown to become the largest dental zirconia manufacturer in North America, largest dental alloy provider worldwide, and leader in digital dentistry solutions with a product offering that span fixed, removable, ortho, implants, and equipment. Our 140,000 square foot manufacturing center houses more than 150 3D printing and milling machines and operates six days a week. Argen’s products are held to the highest standards of quality, and are FDA 510(k) cleared, ISO 13485 certified, and MDSAP compliant. Argen embodies a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and LEAN practices in support of our mission to help our dental laboratory customers succeed.

About the Opportunity

A Mechanical Design Intern will support the Engineering Department in the design and development of innovative products and manufacturing fixtures at Argen. This internship offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the creation of high-quality solutions in a dynamic engineering environment. 

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Provides SolidWorks CAD support for the design and development of Argen products and manufacturing fixtures, ensuring accuracy and adherence to design specifications.
• Assists in the creation of documentation for the installation, operation, and performance qualifications of products and equipment, contributing to the overall quality and reliability of our offerings.
• Participates in engineering manufacturing meetings to discuss ongoing projects, address engineering challenges, and aligns project schedules and milestones.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with teams across the organization to provide support for various engineering projects as required, fostering teamwork and efficiency.
• Works closely with engineers and other stakeholders to contribute to the successful execution of mechanical design projects and initiatives. 
• Other duties as assigned.

What does it take to be successful?

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, with coursework in CAD design highly desirable.
• Strong technical aptitude and a keen interest in mechanical design and engineering principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze and troubleshoot design issues effectively.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiasm for learning and a proactive attitude towards tackling new challenges and acquiring new skills. 
• Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures and completing on-the-job training. Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures and completing on-the-job training.