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Mechanical Design Intern

Job in Northern, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA
Listing for: Proception Inc.
Full Time, Contract, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-09-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 34000 - 48000 USD Yearly USD 34000.00 48000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Mechanical Design Intern (6-12 months)
Location: Northern

Join our mechanical engineering team to design, prototype, and validate precision structures for dexterous robotic hands and humanoid systems. You will work closely with actuators, transmissions, fixtures, and integrated assemblies in a fast-moving hardware development environment.

Requirements
  • 01 Pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
  • 02 Strong foundation in engineering first principles, mechanics, and design for manufacturability.
  • 03 Proficiency with CAD software for complex part and assembly design, such as Solid Works or Fusion 360.
  • 04 Hands-on experience building and testing prototypes quickly.
  • 05 Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional hardware team.
  • 06 (+) Experience with machining, rapid prototyping, or precision manufacturing.
  • 07 (+) Experience with actuators and gear trains, including strain-wave, planetary, cycloidal, or ball-screw systems.
  • 08 (+) Exposure to electromechanical integration: sensors, motors, motor drivers, wiring, and communication buses.
  • 09 (+) Prior experience taking a mechanical product from concept to production.
Details & responsibilities
  • 01 Design structural and precision components for robotic hands and humanoid systems.
  • 02 Create assemblies, drawings, and release-ready documentation for prototypes and manufactured parts.
  • 03 Develop and build custom fixtures and jigs for assembly, test, and characterization.
  • 04 Test mechanisms and integrated systems; support debugging, tuning, and performance validation.
  • 05 Drive design iterations from test feedback, failure analysis, and manufacturing constraints.
  • 06 A Proception employee will reach out directly to schedule additional interviews.
  • 07 A portfolio is recommended where relevant.
  • 08 Interview process: two technical interviews and one CEO interview.
  • 01 Health Insurance:
    Health coverage for interns.
  • 02 Meals:
    Lunch and dinner provided.
  • 03 Commuter Benefit:
    Assistance with local transportation costs.
  • 04 Snacks and Drinks:
    Fully stocked office kitchen.
  • 05 Immigration Support: TN sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
  • 06 Career Growth:
    Strong potential for full-time conversion after the internship.

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