Engineer Intern

Position Summary

ND Defense is seeking Engineering Interns in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering to support manufacturing operations and engineering projects. This internship provides hands-on experience in a defense manufacturing environment, including electrical assembly, harness and cable fabrication, work instruction development, process documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with production and quality teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical assembly operations, including wire harness fabrication, cable routing, connector termination, and component installation
• Support the programming, setup, and documentation of automated and semi-automated assembly equipment under the direction of senior engineers
• Draft and revise manufacturing work instructions, job travelers, and standard operating procedures for assembly processes
• Create and update wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and interconnect documents
• Support the development and documentation of manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures
• Conduct time studies, measurements, and data collection to support process improvement initiatives
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
• Assist with electrical testing, continuity checks, and quality verification of completed assemblies
• Support engineering change notice (ECN) processing and drawing revision control
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities as needed
• Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams on active projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field
• Completed at least two years of coursework in the applicable engineering discipline
• Basic understanding of electrical assembly processes, wiring methods, and soldering techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documents
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined under ITAR (22 CFR §120.62)

Preferred:

• Exposure to CAD or electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards for cable and wire harness assemblies
• Coursework or project experience with PLCs, control systems, or circuit design
• Experience with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, hipot testers)
• Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around a manufacturing floor for extended periods
• May be required to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
• Fine motor dexterity required for electrical assembly and soldering tasks
• Exposure to shop floor conditions including noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required in designated production areas

ND Defense LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.