Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2027)

Location: Appleton, Wisconsin, United States

Pay range: $18.00–$37.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global's Pierce Manufacturing business designs and builds customized fire and emergency vehicles, including pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue units.

What you will do

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software such as CATIA.
• Select components based on weight, cost, reliability, quality, and manufacturability.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production builds on the assembly floor.
• Perform engineering calculations covering weight distribution, stress analysis, and performance estimates.
• Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to resolve technical problems.
• Design, model, test, and update mechanical vehicle systems, engineering changes, and product data.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field throughout the internship.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Interest or experience in mechanical design.
• Ability to assist with vehicle and component testing.

Nice to have

• Experience with CATIA, Pro-E, or a similar CAD system.
• Previous internship or work-related experience.
• Extracurricular activities outside academic requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• People-first culture focused on team member growth and success.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Reasonable accommodation is available during the application process.
• Equal employment opportunity for qualified applicants.