Summer 2027 Intern - Mechanical Engineer

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Position Summary

ATI is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for our Brackenridge Operations for Summer 2027. The successful candidate will provide engineering support within an industrial manufacturing environment while gaining practical, hands-on experience with mechanical equipment, maintenance, reliability, and capital improvement projects.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers and technical personnel, the successful candidate will assist with troubleshooting equipment issues, evaluating mechanical systems, developing engineering solutions, and supporting projects designed to improve safety, reliability, productivity, and equipment performance.

This position provides exposure to industrial equipment and processes and requires regular interaction with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Safety, and other departments.

Possible Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, evaluation, modification, and improvement of industrial mechanical equipment and systems.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of mechanical equipment failures and recurring maintenance issues.
• Participate in equipment reliability and preventive maintenance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with engineering projects involving equipment installation, modification, repair, and replacement.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, and equipment assessments in operating areas.
• Develop or update mechanical drawings, layouts, sketches, equipment specifications, and other engineering documentation.
• Assist with mechanical calculations and engineering analyses involving equipment, structures, piping, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other mechanical systems.
• Collect and analyze equipment performance, maintenance, and operating data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Assist in developing scopes of work, equipment specifications, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and startup activities.
• Work with Maintenance and Operations personnel to identify equipment problems and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, productivity, quality, safety, and cost reduction.
• Assist with evaluating replacement parts, equipment components, materials, and vendor proposals.
• Maintain engineering drawings, equipment records, technical files, and project documentation.
• Prepare technical reports, project updates, presentations, and recommendations.
• Participate in safety reviews, project meetings, equipment inspections, and other engineering activities.
• Perform other engineering duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently attending accredited 4-year college with a major in Electrical Engineering.
• Candidate must be at least a rising Junior by Summer 2027

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship, co-op, manufacturing, maintenance, or other industrial experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Completion of foundational mechanical engineering coursework, such as statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design, or manufacturing processes.
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar software preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, maintenance personnel, skilled trades, operations personnel, and other employees.
• Willingness and ability to work in both office and industrial environments.

*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.