8086 - Design Engineering Intern

The Design Engineer Intern will support the Design Engineering team during the early stages of product development, contributing to concept generation, design documentation, engineering analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role provides hands‑on exposure to product design processes, engineering tools, manufacturing considerations, and project execution while supporting the growth and scalability of the Engineering Business Unit in Toluca.

The intern will work closely with Design Engineers, Project Engineers, and Engineering Managers to develop technical skills and gain practical experience in product development from concept through release.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development Support

• Analyze, evaluate, and understand customer design work packages, specifications, and project requirements.
• Assist in developing engineering concepts, design proposals, and technical solutions.
• Support the creation and maintenance of CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering discussions.
• Assist in BOM creation, revision control, and engineering change documentation.

Engineering Analysis

• Conduct basic engineering calculations and feasibility studies.
• Support tolerance stack‑up evaluations and design validation activities.
• Research materials, manufacturing processes, and industry best practices.
• Assist in identifying potential design risks and proposing corrective actions.

Process & Productivity Improvement

• Develop and maintain engineering tracking tools, databases, and dashboards.
• Gather, organize, and analyze engineering productivity metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
• Assist in documenting and standardizing engineering procedures and best practices.

Project Support

• Track project deliverables, milestones, and engineering activities.
• Support communication and coordination between engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and project management teams.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and technical summaries for internal and customer reviews.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of engineering design principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Experience with data analysis, Power BI, or engineering dashboards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous academic or internship experience in product design or manufacturing.
• Exposure to automotive, retail display, consumer products, or industrial products.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive attitude.