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Austal USA · 5 hours ago

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mobile, AL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into the design, development, and execution of cutting-edge maritime solutions.

Shipbuilding

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components

Support mechanical design and analysis for ship systems, including propulsion and HVAC systems

Contribute to hull form design, stability calculations, and weight assessments

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning, scheduling, and execution

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

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringNaval Architecture2D3D CADElectrical EngineeringProject ManagementTechnical DocumentationMS OfficeTroubleshootingCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

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)

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

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

Preferred

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

Company

Austal USA

Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va.

Founded in 1999