Engineering Tech Intern (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural) - Engineering & Automation - Grantsville, MD

Overview

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

The general role of the Engineering Tech Intern is to assist with the efficient and innovative design of custom manufacturing machines, automated vision systems, and other industrial equipment. This will include contributing to current projects from concept to installation.  Assigned work will be based on area of study, i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil.

The Engineering Tech Intern should expect to acquire hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and an understanding of how technology is integrated into the industry. The Engineering Tech Intern will work primarily out of the Grantsville location.

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Employee focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Responsibilities

• Assisting with evaluating and developing principles of mechanical systems, electrical systems, and structural/ civil systems.
• Assists with project design, procurement, build, testing, evaluation, and documentation.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Decision-making based on industry best practices, standards, and applicable codes.
• Work in a collaborative team environment.

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a technical program in Mechanical, Electrical, Structural/Civil or Controls.
• Prior experience in Machine Design or Industrial Automation preferred, but not required
• Working knowledge of engineering software such as AutoCAD Mechanical, AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and standard software such as Word and Excel
• Self-motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a team or individual environment.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

• Walk/use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or tools / Reach with hands and arms / Climb ladders and stairs / Crawl/kneel
• Sit, talk, listen, observe, read, write, and type
• Perform work on-site in industrial, commercial, and residential locations

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with Pillar Innovation’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.