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Mechanical Design Engineer Intern Jobs in Matawan, NJ

ZeroMark

Mechanical Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

What You'll Do The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the full lifecycle of mechanical design, from conceptualization and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and production ...

Epstein

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Lower East Side, NY | Hybrid Work Schedule Epstein is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for ...

AVTC Group

Mechanical Design Engineer

Springfield, NJ · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Mechanical Design Engineer Perform engineering valve design functions for the development of new products and for the modification of existing products. * Design and develop prototype models and ...

Treeswift Inc

Mechanical Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

As a Mechanical Designer/CAD Engineer at Treeswift, you'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and real-world field deployment, building the CAD models in OnShape to realize the hardware that ...

Treadstone Technologies

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Mechanical/Electrochemical Design Engineer

Newark, NJ · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

This position combines mechanical engineering and design with hands-on work in an advanced materials and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD and mechanical design ...

Treadstone Technologies

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Mechanical/Electrochemical Design Engineer

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

This position combines mechanical engineering and design with hands-on work in an advanced materials and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD and mechanical design ...

Treadstone Technologies

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Mechanical/Electrochemical Design Engineer

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

This position combines mechanical engineering and design with hands-on work in an advanced materials and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD and mechanical design ...

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How much do mechanical design engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical design engineer intern in Matawan, NJ is $22.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $25.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mechanical design engineer intern?

A Mechanical Design Engineer Intern assists in designing, analyzing, and testing mechanical components and systems. They work with computer-aided design (CAD) software to create models and technical drawings, collaborate with engineering teams, and support prototyping and manufacturing processes. Interns may also conduct research, review specifications, and refine designs to improve efficiency and performance. This role provides hands-on experience in product development and engineering principles.

What does a mechanical design engineer intern do?

As a Mechanical Design Engineer Intern, you will likely assist in creating and modifying CAD models, preparing technical drawings, and supporting prototype development. You may also conduct design analyses, participate in product testing, and collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve existing designs. Interns often interact with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing and quality assurance, to help ensure design feasibility and performance. This hands-on experience provides valuable exposure to real-world engineering problems and builds the foundational skills needed for a full-time career in mechanical design.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical design engineer intern?

A Mechanical Design Engineer Intern should possess a solid grasp of engineering principles, computer-aided design (CAD) skills, and progress toward a degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with 3D modeling software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and understanding of rapid prototyping and simulation tools, are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help interns succeed in dynamic project environments. These competencies enable interns to contribute meaningfully to design projects, communicate ideas clearly, and support efficient product development.

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Infographic showing various Mechanical Design Engineer Intern job openings in Matawan, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Internship, and 33% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $47,028 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Intern - Mechanical Engineer (Fall 2026)

Persistent Systems

Manhattan, NY • On-site, Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Internship

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Description & Responsibilities

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer Intern who is interested in mechanical design to join our Engineering team for the Fall of 2026 internship.  The Mechanical Engineer Internship will focus on research and development of new products, leading improvements existing products and overall systems solutions. The Mechanical Engineer Intern will help in developing Wave Relay Product solutions with our DOD customers.  The Mechanical Engineer Intern will help to identify customer needs through the systems team's face-to-face interaction with customers and play a critical role in developing the product solution.  The Mechanical Engineer Intern will operate out of our New York City headquarters and manage projects involving a variety of functions with both on-site and remote teams.   

Position Responsibilities 

  • Managing, deriving, and capturing mechanical requirements from Product/Program requirements, electrical interface design specifications, component requirements, and functional block diagrams
  • Supporting environmental and thermal product testing
  • Supporting and facilitating engineering projects including new product/solution development, product changes, and customer integration
  • Supporting the change management process to ensure all required actions have been completed and that communication to key stakeholders is maintained
  • Ensuring quality documentation is updated/created as required, including technical manuals
  • Providing support and delivering solutions for rapid development projects
  • Modifying and updating requirements documents
  • Coordinating preparation of design drawings including updates
  • Supporting and facilitating project scheduling
Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, robotics mechatronics, or related field and have completed at least two years of the program
  • Successfully completed at least one course in engineering design
  • Must have a United States security clearance or the ability to obtain a United States security clearance 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior Internship experience with solid modeling software (Solidworks or other)
  • Prior Internship experience with systems development, evaluation and requirements capture
  • Prior Internship experience with Data Management Software (Pro/Intralink, PDM etc)
  • Prior Internship experience with 3D printing and/or machining knowledge.
  • Prior Internship experience with detail drawings creation and basic knowledge of tolerance stack-up
  • Prior Internship experience with electronics packaging

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The pay for this role will vary from $25 to $30 an hour based on the selected individual's experience.

Company Overview

Persistent Systems, LLC is a leading global provider of mobile networking solutions for military, first responder, government, and commercial markets. We engineer our Wave Relay MANET and Cloud Relay technology to transmit voice, video, and situational awareness under the most difficult conditions. Through the Wave Relay Ecosystem, an alliance of industry-leading companies, Persistent unites warfighters, UGVs, UAVs, sensors, cameras, and devices on a common network. Persistent was founded in 2007 and has offices in New York City, Colorado, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

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