The Boring Company · 4 months ago
Mechanical Engineering Internship (Year Long)
Bastrop, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
1+ years expThe Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work in a fast-paced environment, taking on significant responsibilities and contributing to the design of systems related to tunneling operations.
ConstructionInfrastructureTransportation
Responsibilities
Design or support the design of various systems and sub-systems related to operations such as boring machine parts, support systems, support system equipment, tunnel segment production, passenger/construction vehicles and tunnel infrastructure
Employ competent use of judgment, hand calculations, FEA and CAD to develop and communicate designs
Adhere to the project schedule and ensure timely completion from conception to implementation
Communicate schedule to stakeholders and others with dependent systems, bringing attention to changes in the schedule as they happen
Constantly evaluate how the system fits into the larger picture of a working operation. Ensure that design choices are in line with the top level needs with ample consideration of future developments
Ensure all systems are compliant with appropriate regulations such as MSHA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous Location
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
1+ yrs of experience in design using SolidWorks
Hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing - can be in a professional, academic or recreational setting
Design or support the design of various systems and sub-systems related to operations such as boring machine parts, support systems, support system equipment, tunnel segment production, passenger/construction vehicles and tunnel infrastructure
Employ competent use of judgment, hand calculations, FEA and CAD to develop and communicate designs
Adhere to the project schedule and ensure timely completion from conception to implementation
Communicate schedule to stakeholders and others with dependent systems, bringing attention to changes in the schedule as they happen
Constantly evaluate how the system fits into the larger picture of a working operation. Ensure that design choices are in line with the top level needs with ample consideration of future developments
Ensure all systems are compliant with appropriate regulations such as MSHA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous Location
Preferred
Basic proficiency in machine design
Knowledgeable in mechatronics, mechanism design, fluid power system concepts and design, dynamics, material selection, testing methods, and common machining and fabrication processes
Experience in creating manufacturing drawings
Previous internship experience or participation in Not-a-Boring-Competition is a plus
Strong teamwork skills with a proven ability to effectively interact and collaborate with other engineering disciplines
Acute attention to detail
Benefits
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
A 401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
A competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees
Company
The Boring Company
The Boring Company engages in constructing underground transportation networks.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (19)
2024 (7)
2023 (2)
2022 (7)
2021 (5)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$908M2024-07-23Secondary Market
2023-10-23Secondary Market
2022-04-20Series C· $675M
Leadership Team
Arun Prakash
CFO
Recent News
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