Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This position is part of the Design Engineering Department located in Coralville, Iowa and will be onsite. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debates, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist in the development of engineering designs using CAD software under guidance of senior engineers
• Support the assembly and testing of mechanical systems and prototypes
• Participate in design projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Analyze performance data and present findings in technical reports
• Gain experience working with production and laboratory equipment

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Current enrollment in a Mechanical or related engineering program at a college or university
• Completed at least two semesters of engineering coursework
• Basic proficiency with 3D CAD modeling software (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, PTC Creo, etc.)
• Mechanical skills and aptitude for problem-solving

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Understanding concepts involved with writing scripts in Python or other programming languages
• Prior completion of a college level statistics course or related analysis coursework
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards (GD&T)

This job is not eligible for bonus/incentive pay, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance or 401(k).

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

The hourly range for this role is $25.00. This is the rate that we in good faith believe is the rate of compensation for this role at the time of this posting.

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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