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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Culligan Water
Des Plaines, IL Intern
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/2/2026

The NPD Engineering Intern performs functions that lead to the improvement of current products, and the development of new products and components. This individual has basic knowledge of commonly-used engineering concepts, practices, and procedures. This role reports to and will receive guidance from a senior level engineer.

Key Position Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with the NPD team to research, design and analyze new technologies.
  • Assist team with test setup, data collection and analysis of lab experiments.
  • Analyze product issues to determine root cause, and implement corrective actions.
  • Design and fabricate test fixtures for new product validation.
  • Assist in project management activities, including schedule tracking and bill of materials management.
  • Work with the Product Management team to understand product requirements and define technical specifications.
  • Utilize rapid prototyping resources to validate product design and functionality.
  • Coordinate with cross functional and international team members to source components, confirm manufacturability, obtain quotes and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Assist with other projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Junior or Senior working towards Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 1 years of experience with lab testing. Hands-on assembly and lab coursework apply.
  • 1 years of experience with 3-D modeling and 2-D drawing creation using Solidworks, or similar software.
  • Able to perform basic hand calculations pertaining to engineering design including: flow rates, stress/strain, O-ring squeeze, etc.
  • Basic understanding of design practices for common production/fabrication processes including: plastic injection molding, casting, machining, sheet metal, etc.
  • Basic understanding of the function of mechanical and electromechanical components including: pumps, valves, O-rings/seals, solenoids, motors, etc.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position:

Resourcefulness Customer Focus Team Player

Passion Integrity Organizational/Planning

Communication Self-Awareness Energy

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour (non-exempt, hourly position).
  • Benefits: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits.

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.

Salary : $18

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