Mechanical Engineering Intern, Product Design & Development

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support our Product Design & Development team. This position offers hands-on experience working on new product development and improvements to existing products, with a strong focus on injection-molded plastic components. Interns will learn industry-standard tools and processes under the guidance of experienced engineers.

This role is ideal for students interested in plastic part design, assembly methods, and product development.

What You’ll Do

• Support the work of the Mechanical Engineering project teams while being provided mentorship to perform engineering related tasks 
• Assist with mechanical design activities for new and existing products
• Create and update 3D CAD models and engineering drawings, primarily for injection-molded plastic parts and some machined components
• Support design for manufacturability efforts, with emphasis on plastic injection molding
• Assist with engineering calculations, structural analysis (including FEA), and interpretation of results
• Support prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting activities
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Learn and use engineering tools such as Creo, Windchill, ANSYS, and Jira
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Microsoft Teams and Outlook

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or Engineering Technology
• Junior or Senior standing (expected graduation 2027 or later)
• Interest in product design and development
• Experience with 3D CAD / solid modeling through coursework or projects
• Basic understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing in Creo
• Experience with ANSYS or other FEA tools through coursework or projects
• Familiarity with part design for plastic injection molding
• Familiarity with machining processes
• Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience aligned with a full-time mechanical engineering role
• Hands-on exposure to plastic injection-molded product design
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Experience with industry-standard CAD and analysis tools
• Opportunity to contribute to real, production-released products

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. 

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. 

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. 

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