Internship, Reliability Mechanical Test Engineer, Energy Engineering (Summer 2026)
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$41,000 - $104,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-02-20
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and deploy testing infrastructures for mechanical and thermal systems.
- Execute engineering validation and long-term reliability testing programs.
- Collaborate with internal and external teams such as design, firmware, and manufacturing.
- Analyze data and conclusions from tests to inform product development.
- Engage in hands-on work with standard lab tools and thermal system components.
- Develop coding/scripting skills, particularly in Python.
- Work closely with a mentor and team to grow technically and professionally.
Job Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical and/or Thermal engineering.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
- Understanding of coding/scripting, especially Python.
- Hands-on experience with lab tools (power tools, multi-meter, etc.).
- Familiarity with thermal system components (pumps, valves, radiators, heatsinks).
- Ability to work 40 hours per week on-site during the internship.
- Passion for sustainable technologies and engineering.
