Mechanical Engineering Intern

Aluminess Inc. Mechanical Engineering Intern

Please note: Aluminess is a sister company of Baja Designs, and is located in Santee. Ability to reliably commute to Santee is required for this internship.

Company Description:

Located in Santee, CA, Aluminess is a leader in manufacturing aftermarket products for off-road and overlanding vehicles. Established in 2001, the company has developed a reputation for outstanding customer service and manufacturing quality aluminum products for trucks, vans, and SUV’s. Aluminess is proud to offer products that are “Made in America” and that are designed for strength and utility, providing additional protection for vehicles. The lighter weight allows for full performance out of suspension and prevents wear and tear on alignment, brakes, and tires. Aluminess designs, fabricates and welds bumpers, roof racks, and accessories for an ever-growing number of vehicles of various makes and models.

Key Responsibilities:

· Support creation and entry of bill of materials into company-wide ERP system to include material, labor, and supplier costs.

· Organize engineering models, drawings, and manufacturing documentation to standardize engineering procedures and to improve operational efficiencies. Make independent decisions on improvements to manufacturing and documentation processes as applicable.

· Design products using CAD and consult with marketing / manufacturing teammates to ensure designs are meeting necessary requirements.

· Conceptualize and create new products as needed and support all current product offerings by following the product development process workflow.

· Evaluate and improve current product offerings by applying knowledge of design, fabrication, and assembly techniques.

· Trouble shoot, provided process improvements, cost reductions, and plan projects to support company goals.

· Work with internal team members and external suppliers to accomplish proposed improvements.

· Assure compliance with engineering principles and quality standards.

· Provide solutions to technical problems.

· Evaluates and services equipment as needed.

Required Qualifications

· Education:

· Current pursuit of bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or the equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Experience:

· Must demonstrate genuine desire for the automotive industry

· Prior work experience and/or manufacturing experience is preferred.

 Skills:

· Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

· Ability to prioritize and multitask

· Proactive self-starter; self-motivator; willing to do what it takes to get the job done

· Familiarity and proficiency in 3D modeling skills (SolidWorks) and must possess the ability to read / work with engineering drawings

· Must have strong computer skills, being able to work in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other databases