Date: Jan 19, 2024
Location:
Milwaukee, WI, US, 53204-2941
Req ID: 29181
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the mining, forestry, industrial, and construction industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions.
With a full line of products supported by our advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and global service network, we help customers safely and sustainably optimize their operations.
Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, and Modular Mining products and related services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.
Job Overview
At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together.
As an intern at Komatsu, you are a part of something big!
How you will help us create value together:
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the New Product Development team.
This team's focus is to design industry-leading mining shovels and excavators for Komatsu's Surface Mining division.
This internship is available for Summer 2024 and will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District.
We offer full-time hours during the summer, and flexible part-time scheduling during the academic year.
Key Job Responsibilities
Develop CAD and programming skills (mechanical and structural layouts, mechanical dynamic simulation, in house user software modification and documentation)
Participate in the generation of new Machine Level Concepts through SolidWorks layouts
Utilize presentation skills
Apply engineering analysis knowledge and tools for design
Build team interaction/collaboration skills
Cross-functional collaboration (purchasing, manufacturing, quality assurance, etc.
)
Involvement with new product development processes
Machine fundamentals (performance, geometry, component strength and life analysis)
Apply and develop professional communication skills (written and oral)
Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
Pursuing a bachelor's level degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
Hold a rising Junior or Senior level in good academic standing, Sophomore standing may be considered
Ability to work independently as well a part of a team towards a goal
Excellent organization and personal time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills, able to be creative and resourceful when needed
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous internship experience, or hands-on experience in trade work (mechanical repair, electrical work, machine shop work, etc.
)
Basic experience with a CAD tool (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE, Inventor, etc.
) with SolidWorks preferred
Basic experience with programming software (Visual Basic, C++, LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc.
)
Creative, high energy, and self-motivated
Proof of mechanical aptitude and interest based on previous proven skills and experience (STEM program, robotics, home projects)
Additional Information
Komatsu's Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation.
Intern program perks include:
Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
Meet & greets with executive leadership
Volunteer Week
Appreciation Events
End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
Company-sponsored travel opportunities
Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field
We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.
komatsu.
com.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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