R&D Mechanical Engineering Intern

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About the Job:

Our R&D team is lookingfora mechanical engineering intern to work on oscilloscopeand probe product hardwaredesign.This role will helpdesignnext generation technologies for challenging test and measurementinstrumentapplications.

The idealcandidateis working towarda BS or MSin Mechanical Engineering and shows strongproficiencyin ME fundamentals, as well as a desire tocontinuouslyinvestigatenew technologies, tools, and processes.The candidate should have exposuretoproduct designconcepts and basic circuit theory.Familiarity with3D CAD and manufacturing processes is beneficial.This role willutilize3D design and analysis toolsas well as hands-on equipment to build, verify, and fix prototypes.A strong candidatedemonstratesclear communication abilities and is ready to join a spirited, high-impact and collaborative team.

About the Team:

Come make an impact with Keysight's Digital and Photonics Center of Excellence located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with its abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, and enjoy working in an environment whereyou'llfind a dedication to innovation and contribution, trust,respectand teamwork.As part of our R&D team you will be a member of our diverse group of world-class electrical,mechanical,and software engineers, helping you transform your designs into shipping products.

• Apply mechanical engineering skillset to all phases of the product design process, including design, validation, prototyping, evaluation, and testing
• Perform analysis, and use simulation tools as well as simple electronic test and measurement equipment to debug and analyze prototypes
• Document design decisions, learnings, and test results
• Consult with organizations outside of R&D to ensure product designs meet marketing, manufacturing, and other business goals
• Work with suppliers to develop new processes to support design goals

Requirements:

• Working toward a BS or MS in ME or applicable experience and education
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision on challenging tasks
• Great aptitude for engineering analysis and solutions
• Experience using 3D CAD modeling tools
• Interest and aptitude in hands-on work required during the prototyping process. Comfort using hand tools (such as screwdrivers, files, soldering irons) and basic hacking and reworking processes
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical engineering calculations and principles
• Strong communication and planning skills required, and an ability to collaborate cross-functionally with a team-oriented mindset
• Passion to continuously investigate new technologies, tools, and processes and apply to instrument product design
• Basic understanding of material selection and manufacturing processes used in product design

Desired Qualifications:

• Working toward an MS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience with mechanical simulation tools
• Some basic Electrical Engineering course work, and overall interest in electronic devices and systems
• Experience with machining, molding, soldering, circuit board fabrication and assembly processes
• Experience designing or working with small, tight tolerance electro-mechanical assemblies
• Basic understanding of RF shielding
• Experience with manufacturing process and quality control
• Basic understanding of Design For Manufacturability and Assembly principles
• PCB design experience involving collaboration with electrical engineers through the design life cycle
• Ability to perform hands-on measurements with VNAs, oscilloscopes and signal generators

This is a paid, full-time internship of approximately 12 weeks, based on-site at Keysight's Colorado Springs, Colorado facility. On-site presence is required for access to instrument hardware and measurement lab facilities. Start and end dates are flexible around your academic calendar.

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary listed below.

Colorado Pay Range: MIN $29.65 - MAX $38.66

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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