Product Engineering Intern - Manufacturing Systems & Fixture Design

Quantum Design is a leading provider of technology solutions to researchers in various scientific fields. The Product Engineering Intern will support initiatives aimed at enhancing manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and safety through the redesign of calibration probes and process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, development, and testing of manufacturing fixtures and process improvements
• Redesign the existing flex circuit calibration probe to improve reliability and operational safety
• Incorporate secondary temperature-sensing capabilities to verify proper calibration conditions during testing
• Develop or support software reporting tools that provide operator alerts when calibration conditions are outside acceptable limits
• Design improved sealing mechanisms between the calibration probe and cryogenic vessel to prevent atmospheric contamination and ice formation
• Evaluate and implement pressure-relief solutions to mitigate cryogenic safety risks
• Create engineering documentation, test procedures, and operating instructions
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to validate designs and implement improvements
• Participate in design reviews and present project recommendations to stakeholders
• Support additional fixture and process-improvement projects as time allows

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, chemistry, or a related field, with at least two years of coursework completed
• Experience with CAD software for mechanical design and assembly modeling
• Interest in manufacturing processes, product development, and continuous improvement
• Ability to take direction and incorporate feedback from technical mentors
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to provide regular project updates and discuss technical progress
• Comfortable presenting design concepts and recommendations in small-group design reviews
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated and eager to learn in a hands-on engineering environment