Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

KBR • Las Cruces, NM • 1d ago

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Program Summary

KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Our Las Cruces, NM office is an engineering and manufacturing facility that provides solutions for our customers with safety and quality at the forefront of our operations.

Why Join KBR?

· Mentorship from senior engineers

· Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges

· Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment

· Competitive pay and great company culture

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our team at our office in Las Cruces, NM for the Summer 2026, June thru August. The selected candidate may support multiple projects from a mechanical engineering standpoint in an RF communications industry. This internship will provide experience working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment amongst professionals within an engineering and manufacturing facility. Under the supervision and mentorship of a senior engineer, this intern will be introduced but not limited to processes, procedures, and tools to efficiently perform analysis on stress, strain, thermal management, hardware integration, component selection, and engineering documentation.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Assist in research, design, modify, develop and evaluate systems, products, components, and applications by applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles

· Validate vendor equipment performance and capabilities by developing testing methods, performing tests, and documenting test results

· Support senior engineers with final system performance through execution of test procedures and data analysis

· Research and identify mechanical parts, components, and materials

· Manage data, including test results, Bills-of-Material, quotations, drawings, technical data sheets, etc.

· Perform hardware assembly and equipment installations

· May perform site surveys and field installations with project teams

· Communicate and collaborate with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing personnel, management, vendors, customers, and subcontractors.

· Support engineering documentation, i.e., drawings, project specifications, procedures, test data and results

· Abide by company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks

· Must hold a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a US DOD security clearance

Basic Qualifications

· Must be a U.S. citizen with valid documentation

· Must be currently enrolled at an ABET accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

· Basic experience using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software

· Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00

· Able to work up to 40 hours per week during the internship program

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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