What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Intern position at Magna-Power Electronics?
Magna-Power Electronics, a Flemington, New Jersey based electronics manufacturer, is seeking a full-time summer Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the company's engineering and production staff. With continued growth and recipient of the 2020 NJ Top Workplace, 2021 Great Places to Work™, and 2022 Hunterdon County Business of the Year awards, Magna-Power competes in a worldwide marketplace and addresses a broad range of applications, including: electric vehicle powertrain development and manufacturing, particle accelerators, semiconductor fabrication, cutting-edge energy research, national defense, among many others. The intern will work with seasoned engineers to improve production processes as well as support new research and development activities. The fast-paced work environment provides learning opportunities around every corner. The intern is usually given one large project and asked to help support side projects in parallel. Please visit https://magna-power.com/company/careers to see examples of the high-impact projects past interns have accomplished.
Deadline to submit resumes is January 25, 2026.
Qualified candidates should be team players, have excellent organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Must be able to approach technical problems in a logical and scientific manner. Ability to be flexible and handle multiple priorities is essential. Familiarity with basic shop tools and/or machine equipment, and an aptitude and understanding of basic mechanical engineering principles and documentation skills.
Specific duties and skills include:
- Mechanical fabrication of prototype and fixture hardware
- Designs and assembles jigs and prototype fixtures to support various manufacturing operations
- Assist with designing metal and insulation components to be used in the company's wide range of products
- Support manufacturing personnel with various production programs
- Work with various vendors and suppliers on component investigations and resolution
- Enrolled in Mechanical Engineering at an accredited university
- Ability to generate detailed design drawings using AutoCAD, working with prototype engineers and machinists for fabrication needs
- Version control, AutoCAD, Inventor, Solidworks experience
- Strong experience with metal fabrication
- Excellent writing and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong math and computer skills
- Familiarity with robotic automation a plus
Preference will be given to those with some experience in the electronics industry.
Magna-Power Electronics complies with all laws and regulations in the recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Magna-Power values diversity in the workplace and gives equal consideration for employment terms and conditions to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.