Mechanical Engineer Intern

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is a leader in water infrastructure solutions, dedicated to providing clean and safe drinking water. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to support engineering projects related to new product development and enhancements, including design, validation, and collaboration with various teams.

Responsibilities:

• Assist engineers with the design and development of new products and product enhancements
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation
• Support product validation activities, including prototype assembly, testing, data collection, and documentation
• Assist with engineering calculations, design evaluation, and technical investigations
• Participate in engineering reviews and design discussions
• Help maintain bills of materials (BOMs), engineering change documentation, and product records
• Analyze test results and prepare summary reports and presentations
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams to support project objectives
• Assist in identifying and implementing design improvements related to performance, manufacturability, reliability, and cost
• Present project outcomes and recommendations to the engineering team

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing preferred
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Coursework or project experience in machine design, product development, manufacturing, mechanics of materials, or fluid systems
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with engineering testing, laboratory work, prototype development, or data analysis
• Hands-on experience through design teams, research projects, competitions, or personal engineering projects
• Familiarity with engineering design processes and product development methodologies