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Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Stantec

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering Heating, Ventilating, and Air ... Prepare and revise documentation in various mechanical phases including site plans, floor plans ...

Stantec

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering Heating, Ventilating, and Air ... Prepare and revise documentation in various mechanical phases including site plans, floor plans ...

Curia, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Mechanical Engineer in Albuquerque, NM Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to ... The Engineering Department provides the capacity to manufacture pharmaceuticals in an efficient ...

AMRI

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Mechanical Engineer in Albuquerque, NM Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to ... The Engineering Department provides the capacity to manufacture pharmaceuticals in an efficient ...

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How much do mechanical engineering intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineering intern in Rio Rancho, NM is $20.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you need a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals, problem-solving abilities, and coursework in mechanical design or analysis, often supported by progress toward a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), simulation tools, and basic lab equipment is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn help interns adapt quickly and contribute effectively to projects. These skills and qualities are important to ensure interns can support engineering teams, apply theory to real-world challenges, and grow within the profession.

What Does a Mechanical Engineering Intern Do?

As a mechanical engineering intern, you prepare calculations and reports, gain experience with engineering systems, integrate tracking plans, and perform analysis of mechanical design choices. You may help test products, interact with various members of a project team, and create or modify CAD models. As an intern, your responsibilities are limited, and most employers consider gaining experience to be the most important part of your job. Many mechanical engineering interns focus on building professional relationships in the hope of landing a permanent job after graduating. You may need to develop your skills in engineering, CAD software, and prototyping during your internship.

What types of projects do Mechanical Engineering Interns typically work on, and how much hands-on experience can I expect?

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you'll often assist with a mix of design, analysis, and testing projects under the guidance of experienced engineers. Interns commonly use CAD software to create or modify designs, help with prototype assembly, perform basic calculations, and assist in conducting experiments or tests. You can expect significant hands-on experience, especially in labs or on the shop floor, learning how theoretical concepts are applied in real-world engineering tasks. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as manufacturing or quality assurance, is typical, providing valuable exposure to the entire product lifecycle.

What does a Mechanical Engineering Intern do?

A Mechanical Engineering Intern assists engineers in designing, developing, and testing mechanical devices and systems. They typically work on tasks such as creating CAD drawings, conducting research, performing calculations, and helping with prototype assembly or testing. Interns gain hands-on experience by supporting ongoing projects and collaborating with other engineers and technicians. This role provides valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges and helps students apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting.
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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineering Intern job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,813 per year, or $20.6 per hour.
Early Career R&D Mechanical Engineer - Computational Solid Mechanics, Onsite

Early Career R&D Mechanical Engineer - Computational Solid Mechanics, Onsite

Sandia

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$102K - $199K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

About Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
  • Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
  • Extraordinary co-workers
  • Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
  • Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
  • Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
*These benefits vary by job classification.
What Your Job Will Be Like
What Your Job Will Be Like
The Solid Mechanics Department (1554) applies its expertise in computational solid mechanics to provide the best engineering solutions to our customers. A principal activity is the application of advanced computational mechanics finite-element programs, including SNL developed codes running on massively parallel computers. The department has expertise in complex material response, large deformation mechanics and system level analyses of quasi-static and transient dynamic events.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
  • Apply principles of solid mechanics and use of advanced computational finite-element methods to provide engineering solutions.
  • Conduct predictions of complex, nonlinear material behavior from deformation to failure in multi-physics environments, and full-system scale finite element modeling of transient dynamic events (e.g. crash, crush and impact).
  • Collaborate closely with other computational and experimental mechanics specialists.
  • Partner with staff in the multi-physics code development teams to drive technical innovation to robust predictive capabilities.
  • Work with internal customers on technical details of projects, discussing simulation results, and negotiating deliverables.
    Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite.

Salary Range
$102,400 - $199,700
*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.
Qualifications We Require
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Qualifications We Desire
The ideal R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer candidate will in addition possess the following:
  • Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
  • Experience with mechanical engineering and product realization in the NNSA complex.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Also for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:
  • Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • Extensive experience performing mechanical/structural finite element analyses and strong finite element analysis fundamentals and knowledge to include element selection, contact, material/constitutive model selection, and element failure criteria
  • Solid experience meshing geometric models for use in finite element analyses including complex geometries
  • Experience with nonlinear computational mechanics including large to extreme deformation solid mechanics
  • Experience with Sierra Solid Mechanics and/or commercial large-scale finite element software
  • Experience with high-performance scientific computing and scripting with Python, MATLAB, or other similar coding languages
  • Experience with multi-physics (e.g. thermal, mechanical, shock) computational mechanics
  • Experience in independent research and proposal development
  • Active DOE Q security clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Sigma 15 access, which may require a polygraph.

About Our Team
The Solid Mechanics Department applies its expertise in computational solid mechanics to provide the best engineering solutions to our customers. A principal activity is the application of advanced computational mechanics finite-element programs, including SNL developed codes running on massively parallel computers. The department has expertise in complex material response, large deformation mechanics and system level analyses of quasi-static and transient dynamic events.
Posting Duration
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
Security Clearance
Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.
If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

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