About the role#
Generac is offering a full-time Industrial Engineering Internship for the Summer 2027 term. This program provides students with hands-on experience in a professional engineering environment. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support product development, design, and manufacturing projects. This position is on-site and requires a 40-hour work week.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers to fulfill special design requests.
- Create 2D cross sections, 3D models, and tolerance stack-ups for parts and assemblies.
- Develop Pro-E models, drawings, and templates.
- Manage and update Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Design, validate, and bring new products to market while supporting development plans.
- Specify functional requirements and evaluate designs for effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety.
- Execute fitness-for-use testing and process validation plans.
- Work with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, and product specialists to optimize designs.
- Use CAD and CAE systems to model new designs and produce detailed drawings.
- Provide technical support for assigned projects and interface with internal teams.
- Travel to other Generac facilities as required.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Civil Engineering.
- Completion of your Sophomore year.
- Working knowledge of Pro-E or AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Locations: Waukesha, WI and Pewaukee, WI.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Generac
Generac designs and manufactures power generation equipment and energy storage solutions. Founded in 1959, the company provides backup power, portable generators, and industrial energy systems for residential and commercial users. It is based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The organization employs approximately 4,300 people and operates as a public company.
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