Mechanical Engineering Intern

Austal USA • Mobile, AL • 8h ago

REPORTS TO: Sr Department Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead, or Design Lead

SUPERVISES: N/A

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engineering Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into the design, development, and execution of cutting-edge maritime solutions.

Mechanical Engineering: Support mechanical design and analysis for ship systems, including propulsion and HVAC systems.

Performs basic engineering calculations

Create, change, or maintain technical documentation in support of ship design products

Actively contribute innovative approaches and ideas

Interface with suppliers on engineering specification/documentation inquiries

Evaluate and solve technical issues in product development

Updates and validates Purchase Specifications, per internal guidance

Updates Vendor-Furnished Information, per supervisor guidance

Performs 2D CAD red-line mark-ups from supervisory engineers

Support cost saving activities

Generate reports, as required

Collaborate with both internal and external customers on technical matters

Participate in supporting field surveys and other field-related tasks, as directed by immediate supervisor and in support of the Field Engineering group

Contribute to assigned projects and maintain appropriate engineering procedures throughout the product development process to achieve engineering deliverables which include cost, reliability and manufacturing objectives

Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Naval Architecture with an accredited university

Currently maintaining a minimum 2.0 overall grade point average (4.0 scale)

Successful completion of Second Semester of discipline-specific Engineering or Naval Architecture Curriculum (latest release date).

Demonstrated knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD design software preferred

Proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Eagerness to learn and contribute to complex engineering projects

Ability to work in a high paced team-oriented environment

Ability to work in a Production environment

Demonstrated project and time management skills

Systematic troubleshooting abilities/root cause analysis

Strong sense of ownership

Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to external and internal customers

Strong written and communication skills required

TOOLS:

Computer - applicable software

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

As required by immediate supervisory personnel

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

N/A

LIASES WITH:

Engineers, Production Personnel, other Austal departmental personnel (as directed), and Equipment Suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates will be trained on current Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software and must demonstrate basic navigational expertise within first 30 days of employment.

Candidate will be working in our production facility offices, with significant time working with and around production. Must be comfortable working in a construction-based environment.

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

18 years of age or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person Status

No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check

Austal USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company policy prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. This Policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, compensation, raises, benefits, training, facilities, discipline, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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