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TechStaff, Inc

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM

... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ... At least 7 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm

Techstaff

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM

... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ... At least 7 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm

Tiberius Aerospace Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including systems, avionics ... internship or hands-on lab/project experience in aerospace or hardware development What We're ...

Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... internships, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design/Build/Fly, rocket club, robotics, senior design, or ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

Glenrock, WY

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

WY · On-site

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

Glenrock, WY · On-site

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... Experience designing and manufacturing real mechanical hardware through internships, student teams ...

Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$125K - $150K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... Experience designing and manufacturing real mechanical hardware through internships, student teams ...

Hunter Industries

Mechanical Engineer

Clermont, FL

The Mechanical Engineer performs mechanical design and development of irrigation products. The ... May support directing engineering interns. Education/Training Required and Preferred: * Bachelor ...

Hunter

Mechanical Engineer

Clermont, FL · On-site

The Mechanical Engineer performs mechanical design and development of irrigation products. The ... May support directing engineering interns. Education/Training Required and Preferred: * Bachelor ...

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How much do mechanical engineer internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineer internships in the United States is $33.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mechanical engineer internship?

Mechanical Engineer Internships are temporary, practical work experiences in the field of mechanical engineering, typically offered to students or recent graduates. These internships provide hands-on exposure to engineering tasks such as designing, testing, and analyzing mechanical systems, often under the supervision of experienced engineers. Interns gain valuable skills, industry knowledge, and professional connections that can help them secure full-time positions after graduation. Most internships last for a few months during the summer or academic year and may be paid or unpaid depending on the employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical engineer intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you need a solid understanding of engineering principles, basic CAD design skills, and progress toward a relevant degree such as mechanical engineering. Familiarity with software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and sometimes experience with simulation tools like ANSYS, is commonly expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help interns contribute meaningfully and learn from senior engineers. These skills and qualities are important for successfully supporting engineering projects, adapting to real-world challenges, and maximizing learning during the internship.

What types of projects can a mechanical engineer intern expect to work on during their internship?

Mechanical Engineer Interns typically work on a variety of hands-on and design-focused projects, such as assisting with CAD modeling, prototype development, testing, and data analysis. Interns often support senior engineers in troubleshooting mechanical systems, conducting experiments, and documenting results. These projects provide valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges and may involve collaboration with cross-functional teams like manufacturing, quality assurance, or product design. The experience gained helps interns develop technical and teamwork skills that are essential for future full-time roles.
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Mechanical Engineer

TechStaff, Inc

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Mechanical Engineers to join our Albuquerque, NM team. The qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in Mechanical Engineering related to projects such as laboratories, hospitals, manufacturing, educational, and commercial facilities.
In this position, the ideal candidate performs conceptual design through construction administration and post-occupancy, coordinating with multiple disciplines and as Mechanical Engineer, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on schedule. Other responsibilities of this position include:
  • Staying current on codes and technologies appropriate to the mechanical disciplines
  • Ensuring conformance with standards, established design practices, applicable codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction
  • Organizing and conducting site visits for data collection and evaluation of mechanical systems, equipment, components and materials for projects with and without well-defined scopes
  • Developing and designing within a BIM design environment
  • Completing assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client specified criteria and applicable codes and standards
  • Reviewing junior team member's work for quality and recognition of training opportunities
  • Leading junior engineers in engineering design development and professional growth
  • Collaborating with the internal and external project team to execute the project from concept to completion.
  • (For our Government Group) - Successful candidates must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a security clearance.
Our client is one of the top 100 Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Technology Consulting Engineering firms in the nation with a reputation for superb design services. Our clientele includes federal, state, and city agencies, colleges and universities, manufacturing and healthcare. We employ over 130 people, of which 55 are graduate engineers with 12 of those registered Engineer Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take on some of the most technically challenging projects and provides opportunity to have a successful and fulfilling career. With us, you can experience a wide variety of project types from Department of Energy laboratories to hospitals, manufacturing, educational, and commercial facilities.

We look for the following ideal qualifications:
  • Minimum four-year college degree from an accredited engineering program
  • At least 7 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm
  • Professional Licensed Mechanical Engineer
  • Self-motivated with the ability to develop approaches to projects independently, and perform detailed execution of electrical design
  • Communicates well verbally, in writing, and graphically, with other engineers, clients, and code authorities
  • Project management skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong personal ambition and work ethic
  • Strong working knowledge of various building, mechanical, plumbing, fire, energy conservation, and fuel gas codes
  • Strong working knowledge of the NFPA and other industry related standards
  • Strong personal ambition to be a team player and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced designer/engineers
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit and other production related software is a plus
  • Experience in the following markets: Healthcare and Labs, Corporate Commercial, and Educational facilities, and federal, state and local Government is a plus
We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits package, we pay 100% of employee health coverage and partial coverage for families, full vested retirement plan with company match, vision, dental, and cafeteria plan.
To be considered for this role, please apply via the link and attach your resume, cover letter and academic transcript to your application.