Optical Mechanical Engineering Intern at Garmin International in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Optical Mechanical Engineering Intern in our Portland, OR location. In this role, you will be responsible for developing concepts and designing mechanical or electromechanical products or systems as well as directing and coordinating mechanical development under supervision.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the design of opto-mechanical systems for Garmin International products using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks


• Apply knowledge of math, science and physics, strong spatial skills, and a pragmatic approach to assist in product design at the direction of a responsible engineer


• Design a wide variety of components including injection molded plastic, die cast aluminum and zinc, sheet metal, CNC machined and screw machine fabricated parts, compression molded rubber, display components, flex circuits, touch panels, speaker enclosures, mounting systems, etc.


• Specify requirements for and source parts such as electrical connectors, speakers, microphones, LCD's, backlights, keypads, switches, electric motors, screw machined parts, rotary controls, batteries and antennas


• Conduct analysis and testing of new process, materials and components


• Interface with Optical Engineers to interpret tolerance analysis results for performance impact and to assist in the design of alignment fixtures


• Maintain configuration control of documentation for products in production and interface with available drafting and document control resources

Basic Qualifications

• Completed coursework in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field


• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)


• CAD knowledge and/or experience


• Relevant mechanical design experience and PC/Windows environment experience


• Demonstrated strengths in math, science, physics and practical application coursework

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)


• Knowledge of GD&T principles

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's intern program benefits. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits

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