Engineering Intern

Established in 2003, Tank Connection was founded on a need for superior customer service in the storage tank industry. Built on excellence and small town pride, Tank Connection is the international leader for bolted storage tanks. After transitioning into a 100% employee owned company, Tank Connection became a thriving organization thanks to dedicated employees with a relentless pursuit to outperform. See what Tank Connection has in store for your future!

Position Summary:  Engineering Intern is an entry-level position. The intern will work with various team members within the engineering department which allows the individual to gain experience in multiple engineering roles.

Engineering Intern Duties and Responsibilities will vary by intern based on individual skills and company needs:
Conduct research using the internet and other sources of information.
Perform analytical work for design and/or manufacturing-related objectives.
Assist company personnel in research and development related projects.
Create memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents as needed by engineering personnel.
Create or update systems or designated databases for specific department needs.
Develop drawings using engineering principles, established company standards, procedures, and instructions.
Complete tasks that assist daily engineering and project management functions.
Follow best practices, policies, and procedures in the design, layout, and documentation of all company products. Specific tasks may include making models, drawings, and assemblies using the CAD system and other computer tools.
Provide regular feedback and updates to project team members and immediate supervisor about the status of assigned tasks.
Generate approval prints for customer review.
Present project results to management and/or department personnel.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Engineering Intern Skills and Specifications:
Strong verbal and written communication skills; with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and G-Suite.
Proficient in AutoCAD 2018 and/or Autodesk Inventor 2018 or later is preferred.
Solid problem-solving skills.
Able to manage multitask work in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work proactively and independently on a broad variety of projects.
Able to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work.

Engineering Intern Education and Qualifications:
High school/college entry-level. 

Engineering Intern Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of Engineering Intern, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Engineering Intern Work Environment:
While performing the duties of Engineering Intern, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
REV 03/14/2019