About the role#
The Toro Company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 program. This full-time, on-site internship runs from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. You will work from our headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota.
What you'll do#
- Conceptualize and design products to meet business and customer requirements.
- Use 3D CAD software, specifically Creo, for product development.
- Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to hit cost, timing, and performance targets.
- Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams on domestic and international projects.
- Create technical documentation, including layouts, drawings, assembly instructions, and analysis reports.
- Research and recommend materials and manufacturing processes.
- Develop test plans to validate designs for durability, quality, safety, and manufacturability.
- Analyze designs using calculations, simulations, and testing methods.
- Support patent activities and liability avoidance in coordination with the Legal department.
- Conduct feasibility studies to ideate new designs.
- Manage Engineering Change Orders, bills of materials, and assembly drawings.
- Coordinate with vendors and assembly plants to support production.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program for Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience with mechanical drafting and design.
- Proficiency in design software such as CREO ProE, Windchill, or equivalent FEA and CFD tools.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes like injection molding, 3D printing, metal fabrication, welding, and machining.
- Technical ability in the mathematical analysis of physical systems and mechanics.
- Capability to draft test protocols and communicate effectively with test engineering teams.
- Strong communication skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with ERP systems like SAP is a plus.
- Knowledge of battery technologies, robotics, automation, or electric power systems is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, MN.
- Term: May 17, 2027, to August 6, 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
- Note: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.
About The Toro Company
The Toro Company manufactures machinery for a variety of global markets. Its portfolio includes brands such as Toro, Ditch Witch, Exmark, and BOSS. The company operates from its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It maintains multiple office locations across the United States to support its operations.
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