Mechanical Engineering Intern (Part-time)

Job Summary:

Moxtek is looking for an intern to join our creative team of engineers. This position would be part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will partner with the X-ray Windows and Detectors team to design, assemble, improve, and test innovative new X-ray radiation detectors and windows using advanced 3D modeling, simulation, and hands-on experimentation. The intern will work on a cross-functional team with R&D, manufacturing engineering, and production. Responsibilities include X-ray detector and X-ray windows mechanical design, packaging, fixturing to improve manufacturability, and new equipment design, install, and qualification. This is a hands-on position with time split between design, build, and test.

Essential Functions:

1. Update mechanical drawings to meet current specs and processes
2. Optimize new X-ray products, equipment, and fixturing using 3D modeling, simulation, and experimentation.
3. Integrate mechanical parts with electronics.
4. Hands-on equipment setup and ability to use 3D printers for prototyping.
5. Improve manufacturing methods, test procedures, and test equipment under the guidance of an experienced engineer.
6. Plan laboratory experiments to confirm performance of designs and evaluate processing parameters.
7. Prepare technical reports to document experimental results and design decisions.
8. Demonstrate ability to use a methodical approach to problem solving.

Key Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Research: Willingness to learn new subjects, develop new skills under supervision of senior members, read and analyze research papers. Volunteer continuous improvement ideas.
• Adaptability: Considers changes, production issues, and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth. Able to pivot when priorities change.
• Motivation: Self-starter able to function with minimal supervision. Actively coordinates with other team members to proactively identify and resolve manufacturing quality issues.
• Communication: Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Statistical Background: Experience with various statistical tools and software.

Education and Experience:

1. Education: Currently pursuing a BS or higher in mechanical engineering with a projected graduation year of 2028, Current GPA 3.0 - 4.0.
2. Working knowledge of CAD with SolidWorks preferred
3. Experience in experimental setups and mechanical design including understanding of statistically driven analysis and experimentation.
4. Basic programming is a plus. (Some experience in programing in LabView, C, C#, MatLab)
5. Must have U.S. work authorization and not need sponsorship now or in the future.
6. This position would be part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer.