Mechanical Engineer - Intern

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Winpak Lane is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join their team, based out of our facility in Rialto, CA.

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Preferably an undergraduate expecting to graduate by 2nd quarter of 2026

• Basic knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints.
• Team player with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience using Solid Works and Autodesk products.
• Ability to interpret and apply guidelines from various sources including but not limited to the FDA, USDA, 3A, Code of Federal Regulations, CSA, and EU/CE directives and harmonized standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and systems a plus.
• Familiarity with PDM software a plus.

• Perform engineering duties in planning and designing machine parts and other mechanically functioning equipment.
• Responsible for drafting, designing, developing diagrams and 3D models for complex packaging machines.
• Participate in the analysis and validation of design concepts.
• Perform routine engineering tasks using standard engineering practices.
• Learn to apply applicable design principles related to machinery involved in the packaging or handling of food products.
• Assist with specifying equipment components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Research, design, evaluate and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems, processes to meet requirements and applying knowledge of engineering principles.
• Follow Winpak engineering procedures such as naming conventions, baseline dimensioning, tolerancing and creation of assemblies and parts.
• Create bills of materials and monitor assigned projects to insure accuracy and on time delivery.
• Expected to learn correct data entry methods for Winpak Systems.
• Participate with investigating equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation.
• Assist drafters, designers and engineers as needed.
• Clear communication is a key part in the success of this position.
• Must be familiar with and able to apply applicable design principles to sanitation.
• Become familiar with machinery safety and guarding per OSHA, CE and CSA.

• This is a part time position, based out of our facility in Rialto, California.
• Compensation Range: $22.00-$25.00/hour. The compensation range provided is a general guideline only. Pay will be determined based on the candidate's experience and expertise and is subject to vary.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.