Engineering Lab Intern

 Req ID 87557 | North Mankato, United States ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc.

Job Description

About the Team

The ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. team designs and manufactures hydraulic and electrohydraulic components, controls, and brake systems for off-highway machines.  

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is looking for an Engineering Technician Intern to be a part of our Engineering Lab team.  The Engineering Lab provides resources in the areas of product prototyping, lifetime testing, destructive testing, failure analysis, and test equipment development.  Our team members are problem solvers and experience a great deal of variety in their daily responsibilities. 

What you can look forward to as Engineering Lab Intern:

• Perform general care and maintenance of the Engineering Lab. 
• Assist in building and testing prototypes.  Operate and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical test equipment.    Document test processes and results. 
• Assist with research, design, and construction of test equipment.
• Coordinate research or test projects.
• Perform failure analysis and document the results.

Your Profile as Engineering Lab Intern:   

• Enrollment in a two-year or four-year technical program is required.
• The ideal candidate should be technically oriented and capable of understanding the fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, and fluid power technologies, as well as test equipment and software operation.
• The individual should be self-motivated, capable of working on projects individually, meeting deadlines, and have good problem-solving skills.  They should be capable of coordinating a project and seeing it through to completion.

• Position is for a one year internship, starting immediately, working hands-on in the Engineering Test Lab. Expectation is for a minimum of 12 hours per week. 

 

Why you should choose ZF in North Mankato:

• Opportunity for career growth and advancement as part of the global ZF company
• Shadow experienced engineers to strengthen knowledge and further develop basic skills learned in school
• Flexible schedule - Working hours onsite Monday through Friday, preferred during business hours of 8 am to 5 pm
• Sick time
• 401(k) match

The expected base compensation for this role is $19.00 - $26.00 hourly.  Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. 

More About North Mankato

North Mankato offers small-town charm with urban amenities, a strong economy, vibrant arts scene, and recreational opportunities. Close to Minneapolis/St. Paul, it is recognized for its livability and quality of life. 

 

Be part of our ZF team as Engineering Lab Intern and apply now!

 

Contact

Barbara Fischer

+1 507 386 4032

 

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran