Summary:
Aquatech is a global leader in water purification systems technology for both industrial and infrastructure markets located in the United States and internationally. We support our clients with sustainable water purification systems and technologies that are solving the world's water scarcity challenges.
Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Intern to work in our Canonsburg, PA office this summer. The hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Intern will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered a non-exempt employee.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
- Two (2) years of experience in engineering or similar collegiate classes preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
Job Description:
- Interact with Piping and equipment engineers to understand the Mechanical design process (piping designs and structural steel).
- Work on and complete a development assignment for the design of a component using principles of mechanics, strength of materials, and hydraulics.
- Develop an application to automate a repetitive task within the Mechanical department using tools such as VBA (in Excel), Python, or MATLAB.
- Provide a report at the end of the internship period, describing the tasks undertaken, the objectives, and the conclusions.
Internship:
- Aquatech Internships are in the office five days per week, 40 hours per week. The internship program is temporary employment that lasts for a maximum duration of ninety (90) days. Successful completion of this internship will provide you with invaluable skills in the water treatment industry and make a compelling addition to your professional journey. Internship will begin in the 3rd week of May 2025.
Skill Requirements:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
- Basic knowledge of CAD Products such as Inventor, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD would be a plus.
- Programming skills in Python or MATLAB would be considered an advantage.
- A basic understanding of engineering concepts such as stress, strain, and material properties is expected.
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Physical Job Demands:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking and standing.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
- Two (2) years of experience in engineering or similar collegiate classes preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
Skills Required
- Two years of experience in engineering or similar collegiate coursework, preferably in Mechanical Engineering
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
- Basic understanding of engineering concepts such as stress, strain, and material properties
- Basic knowledge of CAD products such as Inventor, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD
- Programming skills in Python or MATLAB
What We Do
Aquatech International LLC is a global leader providing water and process technology solutions, focusing on water purification, reuse, desalination, and zero liquid discharge to help companies achieve sustainability and operational goals in industrial and infrastructure markets.
