About the role

Join our mechanical engineers in Austin as we refine, scale, and document the manufacturing processes that turn advanced‑reactor designs into hardware. Over a 12‑ to 16‑week term you will own a clearly scoped project—from concept through implementation—while gaining daily mentorship and shop‑floor experience.

What you’ll do

• Build and update 3‑D CAD models, detailed drawings, and GD&T for machined or additively‑manufactured parts.
• Program and prove out CNC tool‑paths on 3‑axis mills and 5‑axis mill‑turn centers alongside machinists.
• Draft work instructions, router steps, and inspection plans that satisfy ASME and internal quality standards.
• Collect production data, perform root‑cause analysis on non‑conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Apply lean or Six Sigma techniques to cut cycle time or scrap on an assigned cell.
• Present your findings and quantified results to engineering leadership at the end of the term.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or Nuclear Engineering (or closely related field).
• ≥ 3 months of hands‑on engineering experience (course projects, research, internships, student shop, or personal builds).
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM and basic structural or thermal analysis.
• Able to work full‑time, on‑site in Austin TX, for at least 12 consecutive weeks starting August or September 2025.

Preferred

• GPA 3.4 + and completion of a manufacturing laboratory or capstone design course.
• ≥ 6 months experience applying GD&T, programming CNC equipment, or operating metal additive systems.
• Familiarity with ASME Section III, NQA‑1, or comparable manufacturing quality codes.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technicians in a fast‑paced shop environment.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing tools (5S, kaizen, value‑stream mapping) or statistical process control.

Additional requirements

• Must provide own housing and daily transportation to the Austin facility; on‑site parking is available.
• Some tasks involve standing, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 25 lbs while wearing PPE.