Marine Engineering Intern

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

Position Summary

Work in a team environment to design, develop, and deliver critical power systems for Marine Defense, including engines and generator sets for the Navy, Coast Guard, and Military Sealift Command. The engineering co-op student will work alongside engineers that are responsible for the design, development, production, test, commissioning, and maintenance of diesel engine power systems, supporting a cross-functional team of program management, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and field service in all lifecycle phases. This position reports to the engineering manager in Fairbanks Morse Defense’s Power and Propulsion Division.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Project Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and/or Analytical Engineers in daily, weekly, and longer-term tasks in the Marine Segment
• Use computer aided design and drafting (CAD) tools, computer aided engineering (CAE) tools, and/or controls software to support product design and development efforts
• Learn to troubleshoot production issues and develop creative solutions to highly constrained problems
• Collect and interpret data, synthesize conclusions, and determine next steps with guidance from other department engineers
• Work alongside production operators, technicians, and/or supervisors to learn about FMD products and how to address the most important issues at hand
• Compose technical reports, white papers, development plans, and engineering specifications in support of individual assignments
• Translate complex issues, concepts, and data into actionable next steps for internal customers and stakeholders

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Undergraduate student currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval/Marine Engineering, or other related engineering program leading to a Bachelor of Science
• Ability to work full-time in the scheduled semester, on-site at the Beloit, WI engine facility
• Strong preference for interest(s) in marine diesel power generation and/or other large power generation equipment such as generators, excitors, switchgear, relays, control systems, etc.
• Demonstrate persistence, initiative, natural curiosity, technical subject matter proficiency, and ethical and professional work habits
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of U.S. Citizenship is a U.S. Passport, U.S. Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

Travel: 0% of time

Language: English

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled