What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Engineering Intern | Product Design Support position at Arcosa Lightweight?
Ameron is a leader in the manufacture of poles for street lighting and traffic control. Our extensive line of Ameron brand products can be used in residential areas and commercial developments, including streets, highways, shopping centers and pedestrian pathways. From industrial to DOT to municipal, we have just the right pole. We are seeking a motivated sophomore or junior-level engineering student to join our Product Engineering team for the summer. This role will focus on improving and standardizing production drawings while gaining hands-on experience working alongside design engineers in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
What You'll Gain
Qualifications
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Key Responsibilities
- Update and enhance production drawings to improve clarity, consistency, and usability on the shop floor
- Work directly with product design engineers to incorporate design standards, notes, and best practices into drawings
- Review existing drawings and identify opportunities for improvement or standardization
- Assist engineers with day-to-day design tasks and minor revisions
- Support documentation efforts to align engineering outputs with manufacturing needs
What You'll Gain
- Real-world experience working with production drawings used in manufacturing
- Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles
- Hands-on collaboration with experienced engineers
- Understanding of how engineering documentation impacts shop operations
Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Sophomore or Junior preferred)
- Familiarity with CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Good communication and organizational skills
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.