Mechanical Engineer Intern

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Evidence Hardware Engineering is chartered to design body worn and in car cameras for professional and mission critical markets in the commercial, government and industrial segments.

Job Description

• Design Support: Assist in preparing concept designs for mechanical sub-systems, focusing on reliability, robustness, and mission-critical performance.
• 3D Modeling & Drafting: Create detailed 3D models and 2D technical drawings for mechanical components including plastic injection molded parts, die castings, and sheet metal.
• Bill of Materials (BOM): Set up and maintain accurate BOMs and release mechanical prints through our PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems.
• Prototyping & Pilot Builds: Provide on-site support for prototype assembly and pilot production runs to identify design improvements.
• Testing & Validation: Perform mechanical verification tests (such as thermal cycling, and water ingress) and document results in formal test reports.
• Documentation: Compile technical information for user manuals, instruction sheets, and assembly guides.

Basic Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in generating 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. Experience with PTC Creo or Solidworks is a significant advantage.
• Foundational Knowledge: A basic understanding of manufacturing processes such as plastic injection molding, metal stamping, and PCBA assembly.
• Communication: Ability to clearly present conceptual ideas and technical data to the broader engineering team.
• Simulation: Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural or heat transfer applications (academic projects are acceptable).
• Standards: Familiarity with IP (Ingress Protection) sealing standards for water and dust resistance.
• Methodology: Understanding of Six Sigma principles or basic tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Materials: Knowledge of material properties for engineering plastics and die-cast metals.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Intern

Referral Payment Plan

No

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.