- Location
- UK-Leicester, United Kingdom
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Internship
- Source
- Workday
Description
About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.
Under the supervision, placement interns will work on real design engineering projects within the Engineering team in Europe. The intern should expect to be given opportunities to work independently on challenges whilst also taking the opportunity to learn from Team Members around them. The overall experience will provide a balance of working in a multi-disciplines team with the intention of providing an insight into day to day working of a progressive engineering business. In return JLG will expect a high level of commitment and professionalism whilst conducting activities within and outside of JLG.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with the product engineering team to design & develop solutions for new models. Interns will also work and interact with various departments
Identify & resolve problems by applying ingenuity to produce effective, efficient solutions to design issues
Develop designs from engineering & function specifications from established parameters
Review existing specifications & data as required
Consult with engineering specialists to select materials and components required for solutions
Preferred Competencies:
Basic understanding of software (C++, ROS etc), control systems, sensors and electrical architecture
Understanding of simulation tools such as Matlab
Creative thinking: you will be able to produce reliable, simple, and easily assembled solutions
Practical hands-on approach to engineering
Possess an eye for detail and a meticulous work ethic
Must have a high level of communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to learn many other software applications that will be used throughout the design life cycle
