Engineering Intern

Engineering Intern

The Engineering Intern is an entry-level position that will provide technical support to the design engineering teams, testing of
products, first article inspections, drafting, and documenting processes and results.

Would you like to work in an international environment where you'll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we're looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world's most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data. Our Engineering department in Pasco, WA is now looking for a Engineering Intern.

Key Tasks

• Support the Product Development and Sustaining Engineering teams for Manual Wheelchair Development
  
• Execute verification testing required for either new product development or sustaining engineering changes. Support through protocol generation, setup of tests leveraging necessary hardware, execution of tests, teardown, and report generation
  
• Conduct first article inspections required to qualify and release new parts and/or vendors as required by the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
  
• Support in drafting of part specifications, when required, under the supervision of an engineer
  
• Create engineering documentation including work instructions and test reports.
  
• Support documentation and maintenance of test fixtures
  
• Complete assigned tasks and communicate professionally and effectively at various levels of the Permobil team
  
• Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks
  
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment. Has little or no role in decision-making
  
• Normally receives detailed technical instructions on all work. Works under close supervision.
  
• Build 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks
  
• Build prototypes and perform product testing from instructions
  

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You'll make a difference. Every day

Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people's lives.

2. You'll make your mark as part of our future

We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.

3. You'll feel welcome from day one

We're known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

4. You can have a lifestyle you love

you're always close to nature, yet never far from civilisation. We want everyone who works for us to have a lifestyle they love - at work and beyond.

Who you are

You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious.
You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see
the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of
others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten
track to chase your dreams. You don't follow the herd - you find new ways of
working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a
revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we're looking for.

Your Background

• Second, third-, or fourth-year engineering major. Mechanical preferred
• Proficiency with 3D-modelling tools, SolidWorks preferred.
  
• Familiarity with operation of hand tools and equipment
• Interest in mechanical systems design, fabrication, maintenance, and operation
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner, both verbally and in written format. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other communication tools

Information

For information about the recruitment process, please contact the recruiter, Recruiting@Permobil.com

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At Permobil, diversity fuels our innovation in creating life-changing mobility solutions. We embrace the unique talents and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds to drive our mission forward. Join Permobil and be part of a team where diversity is not just valued, but essential to our success in delivering personalized mobility solutions.

Permobil is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.

Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.

Additional Information

• Salary: Hourly rate of $20-30 per hour, paid bi-weekly.
  
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm with OT possibilities.
  
• Vacation or PTO: No PTO as this is a temporary position.
  
• Sick Time: Per Washington State law, one hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked, with the ability to roll over up to 40 hours into the next year.
  
• Benefits: No health benefits as this is a temporary position.
• 401K eligibility on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Permobil offers Safe Harbor matching, with immediate vesting.
  
• Holidays: 10 paid company holidays per year.

More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Udden believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company's storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.