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Mechanical Engineer Intern

Brindley Engineering
Lisle, IL
Internship
Posted September 15, 2026
$18 - $18/hr
Renewable Energy Development
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Job Description

Job Description:
Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team-player to assist in field evaluations of in-service equipment and piping systems and analyze, calculate, and design for new or rehabilitated infrastructure.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
•Support field evaluations of in-service piping
•Assist in development of calculations, repair drawings, specifications, and scope of work packages
•Assist in developing reports

Minimum Qualifications:
•Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
•Experience: Min Yr = 0Max Yr = 1+
•Licensure: Eligible to take E.I.T. within one year of start date preferred
•Technical Skills: Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred
•Management: No management experience required
•Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:
•Learn work processes in heavy industrial environments
•Some exposure to field work environments
•Learnthe basics of developing calculations and analytical models

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements.  Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements.  Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met.  These unique requirements may include:
•You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
•You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
•You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.  
•You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.  
•You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
•You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
•You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range: $18.00 per hour - $28.00 per hour
The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company-paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov

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