Mechanical Engineering Intern, Component Design & Technical Documentation

Position: Mechanical Engineering Intern, Component Design & Technical Documentation (56516)
Data Path is a leader in satellite and terrestrial telecommunication system design, integration, and turnkey installation services, headquartered in Duluth, GA (Northeast suburb of Atlanta, GA). Data Path specializes in designing, manufacturing, and supporting both custom and commercial- off-the-shelf mission-critical remote satellite-based communications solutions for customers worldwide in the most extreme conditions.

Summary / Objective

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support engineering design, documentation, and configuration activities related to mechanical components and assemblies. This position is intended for a student who has completed at least one full year of college and is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

The role will focus on component-level design, 3D modeling, drawing creation, technical documentation, and support of controlled engineering data within PDM/PLM systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, willing to learn formal engineering documentation practices, and comfortable working in an environment where drawings, models, part data, revision control, and configuration management are important to the final product.

Job Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineering Intern may perform some or all of the following duties under the direction of engineering staff:

* Create, revise, and maintain 3D models and engineering drawings for mechanical components and assemblies.

* Support development of technical documentation for controlled engineering releases.

* Prepare or update drawings in accordance with applicable ASME Y14-series standards, including basic GD&T principles.

* Assist with component design activities, including part modeling, fit checks, drawing updates, and design documentation.

* Support organization and maintenance of component libraries within PDM or PLM systems.

* Assist with part data entry, document control, and engineering release packages as required.

* Review existing designs, drawings, and models for completeness, consistency, manufacturability, and configuration accuracy.

* Support engineering change activities by incorporating redlines, markups, and approved design updates.

* Use 3D modeling tools to create and revise parts, assemblies, and associated drawings.

* Assist with basic engineering analysis using built-in CAD analysis tools, where applicable.

* Work with engineers, designers, configuration management, manufacturing, and quality personnel to resolve documentation or design questions.

* Search existing engineering data, PDM/PLM systems, and part libraries to identify reusable components or existing design data.

* Support proper revision control, drawing release, part numbering, and documentation practices in accordance with company configuration management processes.

* Gain exposure to manufacturing methods, fabrication constraints, assembly considerations, and inspection feedback.

* Maintain flexibility as tools, methods, and project requirements evolve.