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Internship Firearm Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Ashby

Design Engineer - Americas

Chicago, IL · Remote

$126K - $250K/yr

You have 2+ years of continuous experience (e.g., internships don't count) as an Engineer or a Designer. You have good proficiency in both Design and Engineering, with exceptional proficiency in the ...

SWE Solutions

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $48/hr

Internship or co-op experience in civil design or construction projects. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal engineering standards and permitting processes. * Engineer-In-Training (EIT ...

SWE Solutions

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $48/hr

Internship or co-op experience in civil design or construction projects. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal engineering standards and permitting processes. * Engineer-In-Training (EIT ...

SWE Solutions

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $48/hr

Internship or co-op experience in civil design or construction projects. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal engineering standards and permitting processes. * Engineer-In-Training (EIT ...

Quanta Services

Design Engineer - Civil

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in ... Required 2.5+ years of relevant experience (not internships) * US driver's license and US work ...

Jump Trading

Campus FPGA Engineer (Intern)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$250K/yr

Experience with FPGA or other hardware/systems design and development * Experience with RTL (SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL) * Previous internship experience in hardware or low-level software engineering

Jump Trading

Campus FPGA Engineer (Intern)

Chicago, IL

$250K/yr

Experience with FPGA or other hardware/systems design and development * Experience with RTL (SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL) * Previous internship experience in hardware or low-level software engineering

Jump Trading

Campus FPGA Engineer (Intern)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$250K/yr

Experience with FPGA or other hardware/systems design and development * Experience with RTL (SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL) * Previous internship experience in hardware or low-level software engineering

Actalent

Architectural Design Coordinator

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$24 - $31/hr

If you've used Bluebeam in school, internships, studio projects, or professionally, we'd love to ... Coordinate revisions with outside architecture and engineering firms * Track drawing updates and ...

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How much do internship firearm design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship firearm design engineer in Chicago, IL is $114,861.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $143,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Firearm Design Engineer vs Firearm Design Engineer?

AspectInternship Firearm Design EngineerFirearm Design Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or higher in mechanical, industrial, or firearm engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-levelFull-time, professional environment, more independent
ResponsibilitiesAssisting in design, testing, and research tasksLeading design projects, developing firearm prototypes

In summary, an Internship Firearm Design Engineer is a temporary, entry-level role focused on learning and assisting with firearm design tasks, while a Firearm Design Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing and developing firearms independently.

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Infographic showing various Internship Firearm Design Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Internship, and 75% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,861 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

Design Engineer

Filtration Group Corp

Des Plaines, IL • On-site

$85K - $96K/yr

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Posted 25 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Filtran is seeking a Design / Project Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced filtration systems for automotive powertrain applications.
In this role, you will bring automotive filtration systems to life, from initial concept through production launch.
You will be responsible for all phases of product development, be the primary technical liaison to the customer, and perform technical project management duties.
You will create CAD models and engineering drawings and ensure that the design meets Filtran quality and manufacturing standards.
In this role, you will gain a broad view of the automotive industry, working closely with cross-functional teams including the test lab, quality, manufacturing, sales, and sourcing departments.
Responsibilities
Design & Development
  • Design innovative filtration products using Creo, adhering to Filtran standards and modeling best practices.
  • Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, and APQP documentation.
  • Ensure manufacturability, performance, and cost-optimization through DFMA and FEA/CFD simulations and test results.
  • Apply strong understanding of powertrain filtration systems gained through hands-on experience, training, and collaboration.

Project & Technical Leadership
  • Lead technical discussions in weekly customer meetings.
  • Organize and facilitate cross-functional meetings to track technical open items.
  • Collaborate with program managers and internal stakeholders to meet project milestones and deliverables.

Product Testing & Validation
  • Develop validation plans and submit testing requests to the Filtran internal test lab.
  • Coordinate test fixture design and validation activities based on customer and internal standards.
  • Utilize knowledge of industry-specific testing standards and validation procedures.

Engineering Support
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation including engineering drawings, bills of materials, failure mode and effects analyses, and engineering change orders.
  • Support design changes, cost-reduction efforts, and technical reviews.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Contribute to new product innovation and existing product enhancements.
  • Participate in IP generation, competitive benchmarking, and R&D initiatives.

Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Previous product design experience (professional and/or internship).
  • Proficient in Creo with knowledge of modeling best practices, and experience optimizing designs based on simulation and/or test results. Advanced surfacing knowledge is a plus
  • Ability to understand and interpret detailed engineering and testing specifications.
  • Familiarity with automotive quality standards and processes.
  • Hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams, group facilitation, and problem-solving.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Fluent in English, including excellent communication skills (listening, written, verbal, and presentation).

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or automotive engineering.
  • 2-3 years of project engineering and/or R&D experience with automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers, preferably with hydraulic or filtration products.
  • Direct customer interaction experience.
  • Experience modelling production-ready injection molded parts.
  • Proficient conducting and/or utilizing FEA and CFD in the design process.
  • Good understanding of fluid dynamics and simulation/analysis software (SolidWorks Simulation, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, Creo Simulate, etc.).
  • Experience with high volume production (100,000 to 1,000,000 units/year), preferably injection molding of engineered resins, steel stampings, and/or filtration components.
  • Proficient with MS Project and/or similar project tracking tools.
  • Active member of engineering societies (SAE, ASTM, ISO, etc.)
  • Experience as a US patent inventor or in novel product development.
  • Ability to converse in additional languages (German, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, etc.)

Compensation / Benefits
  • Salary Range - $85,000 - $96,000 (DOE).
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Programs.
  • 401K with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Employee wellness program.
  • Inclusive culture.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
  • Primarily office-based and requires the ability to travel independently (less than 10%) to customer or supplier locations as project needs arise.
  • Requires the ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods to complete engineering and documentation tasks.
  • Occasionally it is necessary to walk through the production facility to observe machinery, equipment, and manufacturing operations.

Why Join Filtran?
Filtran is a global leader in filtration technology for the automotive industry. We are committed to quality, innovation, and delivering outstanding engineered solutions. At Filtran, you'll work with talented engineers across the globe and contribute to the next generation of filtration systems that keep vehicles performing at their best.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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