Job Description
Mobility Intern
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an aspiring engineer to fill an Engineering Intern position. Our ideal applicant is a current student or a recent graduate of a Mechanical or Electronic Engineering program. Candidates do not require prior job experience but do require a general aptitude for Mobility related subsystems as well as an affinity for vehicle architecture. Training or experience in common engineering computer programs, such as Creo or SolidWorks, are desirable. You will learn the responsibilities of a professional engineer under the supervision of our more senior employees.
*The Mobility Intern is located in Auburn Hills, MI.
Essential Functions:
- Learn the responsibilities of an engineer
- Incorporate academic knowledge into hands-on work
- Assist with administrative duties around the office
- Participate in the development of automotive systems, components, or processes
- Undertake other Engineering duties as determined by manager or delegate
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory responsibility
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
- Must be able to communicate effectively
- Practical ‘hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independently in a dynamic environment
- Must work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others, promoting collaboration and teamwork across the organization and its external service providers.
- High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing". Must be adaptable and able to prioritize to meet deadlines on own initiative.
- Enthusiasm for learning new skills
- General understanding of vehicle propulsion systems
- Ability to ‘dig deep' to technically understand and explain a Mobility subsystem (e.g. Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Cooling)
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn CAD based design systems. (Creo preferred)
- Knowledge of, or interest in Systems Engineering Standards & Processes are a plus
- Knowledge of, of interest in Modeling and Simulation of System behavior or components
Education & Experience
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- High School diploma or GED
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
With or without reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- For physical requirements, indicate Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently, or Continuously where possible
- Rarely: exists, but not on a regular basis
- Occasionally: <33% of the time (just over 2.5 hrs/day)
- Frequently: >34% but less than 66% of the time (2.72 – 5.28 hrs)
- Continuously: 67-100% of the time (5.36 – 8 hrs)
- Highly repetitive: repeating the same motion every few seconds with little or no variation for >2 hrs total/day)
- Hazards, tasks, PPE, ergonomic concerns, travel requirements, workspace (close proximity to others)
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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