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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Summer 2025

Updated on 10/1/2024

Oshkosh

Oshkosh

5,001-10,000 employees

Designs and manufactures specialized vehicles and equipment

Industrial & Manufacturing
Defense

Compensation Overview

$18 - $37Hourly

Massillon, OH, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Responsibilities
  • Work with global engineering resources to prepare/revise/review vehicle component layouts using CAD (i.e. Creo Parametric)
  • Design, model and test new mechanical systems that integrate with an overall new product development machine design
  • Generate engineering calculations of weight distribution, stress analysis, performance estimations, etc.
  • Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect product changes.
  • Research and execute on continuous improvement request (CIR’s) to support manufacturing, supply chain, and customer feedback/operations
  • Create and manage ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices) using the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system.
  • Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance.
  • Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems
  • Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.

Oshkosh Corporation designs and manufactures specialized vehicles and equipment for various critical markets, including defense, fire and emergency services, refuse collection, concrete placement, and aviation ground support. Their products are built to meet the specific needs of clients such as government agencies, municipalities, and private companies. For instance, they provide tactical vehicles to the U.S. military and fire trucks to emergency services worldwide. Oshkosh stands out from competitors by focusing on continuous innovation and maintaining high quality in its offerings, which has earned them recognition as one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2024. The company's goal is to deliver reliable and efficient solutions while also supporting community initiatives like the Youth Apprentice program to encourage high school students to pursue careers in STEM.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Founded

1917

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Oshkosh's strategic acquisitions, such as AUSA, expand its product offerings and market reach, enhancing growth potential.
  • The company's leadership in electrifying commercial fleet vehicles opens new revenue streams and aligns with global sustainability trends.
  • Strong financial backing from investors like Fidelis Capital Partners and Hennion & Walsh Asset Management indicates robust market confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership transitions, such as the recent appointment of a new president for the vocational segment, could lead to strategic misalignments and operational disruptions.
  • The competitive landscape in specialized vehicle manufacturing is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.

What makes Oshkosh unique

  • Oshkosh Corporation's focus on purpose-built vehicles for specialized markets like defense, fire emergency, and aviation ground support sets it apart from more generalized vehicle manufacturers.
  • The company's heavy investment in R&D and continuous innovation, as evidenced by its spot on Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, provides a competitive edge.
  • Oshkosh's commitment to electrification, showcased by products like the Next Generation Delivery Vehicle and the McNeilus Volterra ZSL, positions it as a leader in sustainable vehicle solutions.