Mechanical Engineering Design Intern

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it a reality.

 

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

 

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

Department Overview

The Mechanical Design team focuses on evaluating and developing project requirements at the initiation stage to formulate a comprehensive project plan, timeline, and budget, while integrating feedback from the cross-functional team to develop products.

Position Responsibilities

• Design & develop mechanical system solutions based on engineering principles.
• Utilize project management skills to track projects through all phases of design to production.
• Support design decisions with analysis and calculations, as required.
• Develop DFMEA and PFMEA’s for products and solutions to minimize project risks.
• Participate in peer-to-peer design reviews and provide critical feedback to colleagues.
• Create and manage SolidWorks CAD models, drawings, and assemblies.
• Manage top level assemblies in a PDM system environment.
• Control drawing and model releases through the change control process.
• Communicate with suppliers on a technical basis to ensure a quality product.
• Coordinate with manufacturing operations to develop and implement DFM and cost reduction design actions.
• Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed.
• Ensure resulting design drawings/documents meet all Building, Construction and Mechanical code requirements.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently a student earning a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Must be graduating between May 2026 and August 2027
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing, construction, and/or facility maintenance as it related to mechanical assemblies is desired.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter and desire to learn new things.
• An entrepreneurial spirit is essential.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with multiple project and priorities.
• Professional & collaborative – comfortable working closely with a team.
• Excellent SolidWorks CAD knowledge.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and drafting of mechanical components and sub-assemblies.
• Ability to use engineering analysis tools (FEA, Thermo, CFD, etc.) for design validation.
  
  
  

Visa Sponsorship

Bloom Energy is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to interns or new grad hires on an F-1, J-1 or other visa for this position, regardless of CPT or OPT status.

EOE Statement

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Salary Statement with pay range

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Salary Ranges:

$31.75 - $33.75