Mechanical Technician - Part Time Internship

Lotus Works is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. Lotus Works operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations.

Lotus Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

As an Intern at Lotus Works, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced team and gain practical knowledge. This internship is a fantastic opportunity for soon-to-be graduates and recent graduates to kickstart their careers.

• Support the Mechanical Maintenance and Operations team in maintaining and operating facility systems, including HVAC, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, chillers, and process utilities, under the direction of senior technicians.
• Assist in performing preventive and corrective maintenance (PM/CM) activities on mechanical equipment and utility systems following established job plans and safety procedures.
• Participate in daily rounds and readings, visually inspecting equipment for vibration, leaks, temperature changes, unusual noise, or signs of wear.
• Learn and apply proper alignment, torqueing, and mechanical assembly/disassembly techniques under supervision.
• Support lubrication, oil sampling, filter replacement, and seal inspections, learning proper documentation and preventive maintenance practices.
• Observe and assist in pump, valve, and piping maintenance, including gasket replacement, leak checks, and mechanical seal inspections.
• Participate in equipment startup and shutdown procedures, learning system interdependencies and the importance of operating within safe design limits.
• Assist in HVAC system maintenance tasks such as air handler filter changes, belt inspections, fan checks, and coil cleaning.
• Learn and support chilled water, compressed air, and process cooling water system monitoring, recording temperatures, pressures, and flow readings.
• Support technicians in mechanical troubleshooting, learning how to identify abnormal system behavior and perform diagnostic checks under guidance.
• Participate in equipment overhauls and rebuilds, gaining exposure to teardown, inspection, and reassembly techniques.
• Learn to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment schematics, understanding how systems interconnect and flow is controlled.
• Assist in documenting all work activities, readings, and maintenance notes within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) such as Maximo.
• Support spare parts inventory and tool management, ensuring materials are properly labeled, stored, and available for maintenance work.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses (JHAs), learning site-specific safety protocols such as LOTO, confined space, and chemical safety.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, ensuring housekeeping standards are met after all maintenance and inspection activities.
• Learn the fundamentals of system balancing, flow control, and pressure management within building and process utility systems.
• Assist with system performance verification and equipment testing, collecting operational data for engineering or reliability analysis.
• Observe senior technicians during root cause investigations or taskforce activities, learning structured troubleshooting and reporting methods.
• Support the development and updating of mechanical job plans, checklists, and maintenance documentation under…