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Mechanical Design Intern

CompanyHoffman & Hoffman Inc
LocationCharlotte
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will apply formal education to a professional environment by assisting with the design of mechanical systems, including creating preliminary layouts, estimating fabrication costs, and developing 3D models and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. Responsibilities also include partnering with sales, troubleshooting with the production team, and maintaining 3D model libraries.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
141
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc. offers full Mr. Goodtower from EVAPCO services along with factory certified start-up services,
About the Role

Summary: As a Mechanical Design Intern, you will apply knowledge gained through formal education to a professional work environment including applying conceptual engineering techniques to design various types of mechanical systems.


  • Upholds and adheres to Hoffman Hydronics Core Values
  • Assist with the creation of preliminary proposal layouts of packages for sale using AutoCAD
  • Assist with estimates package fabrication costs for sale using Microsoft Excel
  • Partner with sales on design of package
  • Assist with creating 3D models of packages and submittal drawings for sale using Autodesk Inventor
  • Assist with creating suite of fabrication drawings for product team.
  • Troubleshoots with production team
  • Addresses any other loose ends as required to complete and ship out a package
  • Assists with creating 3D model libraries
  • Other duties as assigned.


Education and Experience:

  • Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, energy engineering, or related field
  • Basic understanding of approaches and options for implementing low energy, high performance, resilient and sustainable design for mechanical systems
  • Proven math, accuracy and detail-orientation skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to identify problems

 

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
  • Strong time management skills
  • Sincere desire to help others
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and within a team with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
  • Must possess a personal need to consistently produce accurate and thorough results
  • Superior written and oral communication skills
  • Proven problem solving, leadership and listening skills
  • Product and vendor knowledge (or the ability to quickly learn it)
  • Strong technical aptitude
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple task


Physical Demands:

  • Standing: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Sitting: Frequently
  • Handling/Fingering: Frequently
  • Bending: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling 12 lbs or less: Frequently
  • Lifting/Carrying 10 lbs or less: Frequently
  • Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs: Occasionally
  • Reaching Outward: Occasionally
  • Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasionally
  • Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally


This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman Hydronics.


EOE / Vets / Disabled



Key Skills
AutocadMicrosoft ExcelAutodesk Inventor3D ModelingTroubleshootingTime ManagementAttention To DetailCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunicationTechnical Aptitude
Categories
EngineeringManufacturing