Mechanical Engineering Summer Internship; Michigan

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at  .

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineering Summer 2027

Internship( Michigan City, IN)

Location:

Michigan City, IN Target Program Dates:
May 25 th – August6 th , 2027
Relocation Assistance:
While local candidates are preferred, a relocation package is available for Trainees residing more than 50 miles from the program location.
Req :
29931

Vanair, a Lincoln Electric Company in Michigan City, IN is looking for bright, driven engineeringindividualsto join our Mechanical Engineering Summer Internship —designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands‑on experience. As a participant,you’ll Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

• Linc Pal Program :
  Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development
  :
  Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
• Networking & Culture
  :
  Participate in social events, National Intern Day, and community service.
• Career Pathway
  :
  Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities.

Vanair’s Mechanical Engineering Internship offers individuals the chance to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings at locations across the U.S. Participants work on meaningful projects in areas such as automation, manufacturing, R&D, and more, gaining valuable hands‑on experience. The program includes technical training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities like presentations and leadership‑led learning sessions. It’s a great way to build skills, grow your network, and explore a future career in engineering.

This position requires participation in our Immersion Day at our Cleveland, OH headquarters during one of your first few weeks. Lincoln Electric will provide and cover all travel arrangements and expenses.

• Evaluate and redesign
  330D toolingto improve line efficiency, ergonomics, repeatability, and station throughput.
• Perform time‑motion studies, benchmark station layouts, and measure cycle‑time improvements.
• CreateCAD updatesto tooling and run FEA checks when applicable.
• Prototype tooling modifications using3D printing or laser‑cut partsandvalidateimprovements.
• Support solar testingby setting up solar simulators or outdoor rigs and running controlled test sequences.
• Instrument devices for voltage, current, and temperature logging and analyze energy‑harvesting performance.
• Assist with
  12V reciprocating compressor testing, including teardown, tolerance measurements, and performance curve characterization.
• Set up test benches with pressure transducers, tachometers, and thermocouplesand conduct NVH baseline measurements.
• Participate inhigh‑current jump starting software reviews, analyzing protection logic, thermal effects, and current pathways.
• Create block diagrams, perform failure‑mode analysis, and support bench testing for system safety validation.

• Currently pursuing or having already achieved abachelor's degree in engineering
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

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