Finite Element Internship Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing system components that keep Oshkosh vehicles performing in the toughest environments. Working alongside experienced engineers, manufacturing teams, and advanced analysis specialists, you'll contribute to innovative solutions that support products across Defense, Vocational, and Access business segments. This is an exciting opportunity to build your engineering career by solving complex technical challenges, collaborating on cutting-edge vehicle systems, and seeing your designs come to life from concept through production.

YOUR IMPACT:

• Under close supervision, perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to Oshkosh's internal requirements as well as general industry engineering standards and processes.
• Support senior engineers in the preparation of basic plans, designs, computation methods, and/or reporting.
• Under close supervision, work on projects of limited complexity in a support role.
• Support the design, development, and validation of chassis systems and components including suspension, steering, braking systems, drivetrain components, and wheel hub reductions across multiple Oshkosh business segments.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, including structural and dynamic analysis teams, to support component development and system performance.
• Interface with manufacturing facilities primarily in the Oshkosh area to provide production support, support product development, troubleshooting, and implementation of process improvements. Occasional travel may be required.
• Collaborate as needed with other engineering or business support disciplines internally as well as suppliers externally.
• Maintain effective communication and documentation with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues.
• Enforce the proper use of engineering criteria and drawing standards. Ensure that technical issues are conducted within the framework of company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate designs for performance, safety, durability, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Perform and direct preparation of layouts, drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
• Perform engineering analysis to support component selection, tolerancing, and materials that meet requirements.
• Utilize engineering analysis and simulation tools to evaluate component and system performance while supporting design optimization.
• Support analysis and resolution of issues reported to Engineering during design or production of products via verbal or written communication.
• Support preparation of technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations.
• Utilize analytical and mathematical approaches to calculate or model system performance and optimize designs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job requires regular in-person attendance for performance of duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field along with Internship experience or six (6) or more months of related work experience.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Mechanical knowledge of automotive, off-highway, agricultural, or heavy-duty vehicle systems including suspension, steering, braking, and drivetrain components.
• Experience with a high-level CAD system such as Creo or CATIA.
• Experience with casting/machining, fabrication, and tooling design for prototype and production customers.
• Exposure to engineering analysis tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or finite element analysis (FEA).
• Understanding of GD&T and its application.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Hands-on engineering experience through Formula SAE, Baja SAE, snowmobile, robotics, capstone projects, internships, or similar extracurricular Mechanical engineering programs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines and manufacturing teams.
• Demonstrated growth mindset with a willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.

Pay Range:

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer.Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.