Mechanical Engineer Intern

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join the Electrical Infrastructure Team in West Hartford, CT in a hybrid role. In this position, the Mechanical Engineering Intern will assist the Product Development Team with basic product design using CAD modeling and drawing documentation. The Engineering Intern will work with Design Engineers and Engineering Managers on assignments that support product testing, product maintenance, customer-related issues, and general product engineering challenges.

Education:

• College junior or higher preferred; pursuing a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a BSME or BSEE program.
• Creative approach to problem-solving based on solid theoretical engineering skills.
• Willingness to provide the engineering support required to sustain current product offerings and evaluate new product designs, including performing product testing in the laboratory.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, including developing assemblies using component part models, is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the interpersonal skills needed to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to contribute to several projects at a time.
• Ability to prepare written and verbal reports.
• Ability to conduct engineering studies and investigations.
• Familiarity with using a network analyzer, handheld cable analyzer (i.e., Fluke), and multimeter is preferred but not required.

• Model and document design elements for engineering solutions.
• Create product testing environments, conduct tests, and document results.
• Review product standards and update them as required.
• Work on the manufacturing floor to resolve design-related issues.