Mechanical Engineering R&D Internship

Mechanical Intern Engineer

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of engineering and making a real-world impact? As a Mechanical Intern at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., you will have the chance to work on groundbreaking discoveries that tackle the world's toughest challenges. With our investment of over $1 billion annually in R&D, you will be part of a world-class team that strives for flawless execution and ambitious innovation.

The Mechanical Engineering team is one of the teams in the Research and Development organization for Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM). This group is committed to developing breakthrough technologies, systems and modules that enable us to deliver innovative TEM microscopes for our demanding markets and customers. We are striving to convert the most promising technological concepts into real products - with the purpose to enable our customers to make the world cleaner, healthier and safer!

As Mechanical Intern Engineer you will join an enthusiastic and driven team responsible for all mechanical aspects of our High-End TEM modules or sub-systems. In your project you can see your designs grow from a conceptual idea to a tangible solution for our customers. Your challenge will be to find solutions for technological sophisticated problems, meeting the needs of multiple technical discipline, whilst satisfying business goals. The position will allow you to grow both in technical and business skills. We will challenge you to get the best out of yourself! You will report directly to the group manager of the Mechanical team within the TEM R&D organization.

In this role you will have the following key responsibilities:

• Design, analyze and test mechanical performance of systems and modules
• Perform mechanical simulations in structural, thermal and dynamics domain
• Collaborate with a team of engineers covering multiple competences (mechatronics, electrical, thermal, dynamics)

A successful candidate possesses the following combination of education and experience:

• University or HBO student in the field of mechanical engineering
• Experience with software tools such as UX, ANSYS and Matlab or equivalent experience
• Practical hands-on experience in this field is a plus

You would characterize yourself as follows:

• You demonstrate a proactive approach, showcasing your ability to take initiative, being self-organizing
• You combine a strong analytical view with a pragmatic demeanor.
• You thrive on solving complex design challenges that have no straight-forward solution

Diversity in our teams is an important element to build an effective and challenging working environment. Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement are key characteristics that we expect of all that are part of our community.

Thermo Fisher Scientific does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.