Product Design/Mechanical Engineering Intern
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Quality Engineering
At Water Saver, we take great pride in the quality of our products, our service to our customers and our employees. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits and a work environment structured to cultivate your professional growth.
If you thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced culture, a career at Water Saver is the right fit for you.
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Position:2027 Product Design / Mechanical Engineering Intern
Location: Chicago, IL
Job :119
# of Openings:1
Water Saver is seeking motivated engineering students to join our Product Design team as interns. This role offers hands‑on experience in developing mechanical products from early concepts through testing and validation. Interns will work closely with experienced engineers and gain exposure to real‑world engineering, manufacturing, and product development processes.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in the design and development of new products from concept through validation
- Support prototype fabrication, mechanical testing, and product validation activities
- Perform mechanical tests and accurately document results
- Conduct data collection and basic data analysis to evaluate product performance
- Assist with test plan creation, execution, and reporting
- Maintain accurate engineering documentation and test records
- Support product improvements and design revisions based on test outcomes
- Collaborate with engineers, quality, and manufacturing teams
- Follow all safety, quality, and engineering standards during all testing and development activities
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in product design, testing, and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, basic CAD tools, and mechanical principles
- Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data accurately
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work independently or within a team environment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Basic knowledge of data analytics tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar)
- Exposure to mechanical testing methods and laboratory equipment
- Prior internship experience or hands‑on lab/project work
- Real‑world experience in product design and development
- Exposure to mechanical testing and product validation processes
- Hands‑on experience with engineering data and analytics
- Mentorship from experienced engineers
Water Saver Faucet Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all personnel. All employment selections are decided based on business necessities, job specifications, merit, and operational performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status under the Illinois Human Rights Act and Federal Title VII.
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