Summer Intern – Mechanical Engineering

Hypertherm Associates

. Support design improvements and engineering changes for plasma and waterjet cutting systems .

Posted 10/13/2026internshipHanover • New Hampshire • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in engineering documentation and familiar with product design and manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringSolidWorks Or Similar 3D CAD SoftwareStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyEngineering Documentation And Change Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisProduct TestingEngineering Change ProcessesMechanical Component EvaluationEngineering DrawingsDrafting PracticesNew Product DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesField-Related Issue Investigation

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility To Work IndependentlyCollaboration With Cross-Functional Teams

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Plasma Cutting SystemsWaterjet Cutting SystemsIndustrial EquipmentProduct DevelopmentSupply Chain Challenges

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support design improvements and engineering changes for plasma and waterjet cutting systems
Assist in evaluating alternate mechanical components for obsolescence, availability, and supply chain challenges
Participate in product testing, data analysis, and validation activities
Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to investigate product, manufacturing, and field-related issues
Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory, Reliability, and Supply Chain teams
Create and maintain engineering documentation for product updates and change management
Participate in engineering change processes, including design revisions, documentation updates, testing, and implementation
Contribute to New Product Development initiatives as business needs require
Complete an engineering project and present outcomes and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Junior or Senior standing with a minimum of two years of completed coursework
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
Familiarity with engineering drawings and drafting practices
Exposure to product design, manufacturing processes, testing, or engineering projects through coursework, internships, clubs, or personal projects
Interest in industrial equipment, product development, and manufacturing environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on engineering experience
Mentorship from experienced engineers
Opportunity to own meaningful engineering work
Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and business functions
Opportunity to present project outcomes and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders