Mechanical Engineering Intern (Part-time)

Job Summary:

Moxtek is looking for an intern to join our creative team of engineers. This position would be part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will partner with the X-ray Windows and Detectors team to design, assemble, improve, and test innovative new X-ray radiation detectors and windows using advanced 3D modeling, simulation, and hands-on experimentation. The intern will work on a cross-functional team with R&D, manufacturing engineering, and production. Responsibilities include X-ray detector and X-ray windows mechanical design, packaging, fixturing to improve manufacturability, and new equipment design, install, and qualification. This is a hands-on position with time split between design, build, and test.

Essential Functions:

- Update mechanical drawings to meet current specs and processes

- Optimize new X-ray products, equipment, and fixturing using 3D modeling, simulation, and experimentation.

- Integrate mechanical parts with electronics.

- Hands-on equipment setup and ability to use 3D printers for prototyping.

- Improve manufacturing methods, test procedures, and test equipment under the guidance of an experienced engineer.

- Plan laboratory experiments to confirm performance of designs and evaluate processing parameters.

- Prepare technical reports to document experimental results and design decisions.

- Demonstrate ability to use a methodical approach to problem solving.

Key Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

- Research: Willingness to learn new subjects, develop new skills under supervision of senior members, read and analyze research papers. Volunteer continuous improvement ideas.

- Adaptability: Considers changes, production issues, and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth. Able to pivot when priorities change.

- Motivation: Self-starter able to function with minimal supervision. Actively coordinates with other team members to proactively identify and resolve manufacturing quality issues.

- Communication: Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Statistical Background: Experience with various statistical tools and software.

Education and Experience:

- Education: Currently pursuing a BS or higher in mechanical engineering with a projected graduation year of 2028, Current GPA 3.0 - 4.0.

- Working knowledge of CAD with SolidWorks preferred

- Experience in experimental setups and mechanical design including understanding of statistically driven analysis and experimentation.

- Basic programming is a plus. (Some experience in programing in LabView, C, C#, MatLab)

- Must have U.S. work authorization and not need sponsorship now or in the future.

- This position would be part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer.