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Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The student intern will support the team through the following:

Assist in design and development of manual or automated tooling fixtures under engineer supervision.
Support engineering evaluations: tolerance checks, GR&R, basic DOE activities, and data collection.
Help prepare technical documentation: drawings, BOM updates, preventive maintenance sheets, setup sheets.
Support engineers in vendor coordination activities (follow-ups, data preparation, receiving samples).
Collect and analyze production or lab data to support tooling improvement projects.
Assist in preparing review materials (TDRD, FMEA, concept review slides).
Support eTRF/ePDM updates and digital document organization.
Provide hands-on assistance in lab prototypes, basic assembly, simple measurements, and test preparation.
Coordinate logistics for small builds or prototype parts.
Perform other tasks as assigned by engineering mentors.
Provide guidance to local vendors to improve services and capabilities to meet factory demands
Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronics, Manufacturing or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirements

Prior project work, university labs, or technical club experience is an advantage.

Other Requirements

Basic understanding of mechanical or manufacturing engineering fundamentals.
Able to use CAD software (SolidWorks/other) at beginner level.
Good computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, data entry).
Good communication skills (English is an advantage).
Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.

Key Competencies

Knowledge

Basic mechanical design concepts.
Understanding of engineering drawings & GD&T (beginner level).
Familiarity with ISO concepts (optional).

Skills

Able to use CAD software (SolidWorks) to assist in simple tooling/fixture drafts.
Able to collect, organize, and analyze basic engineering data.
Good teamwork and communication skills.

Abilities

Fast learner and adaptable.
Willing to take initiative and support hands‑on tasks.
Able to work well in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Information

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Intern - Manufacturing / Tooling Development Engineering