Design Engineer Intern

A Design Engineer Intern will work with a small R&D team in Dallas to produce an industry leading Mobile Robotic solution for the Material Handling Industry. They will utilize the latest technologies to integrate robotics into material handling systems for complex applications. This includes R&D and prototype development to successfully bring new products to market. The process involves understanding the customer's goals and objectives and developing engineered solutions to meet these goals.

A Design Engineer Intern works with and influences other Bastian Robotics employees, customers and suppliers to utilize the latest technologies while designing standard and custom equipment into material handling systems for complex applications. This includes R&D and prototype development to successfully bring new products to market. The process involves understanding the customer’s goals and objectives and developing smart engineered solutions to meet these goals. Technologies used in this position include high level automation, 2D and 3D machine vision, optical devices, specialty conveyors, robotics, end of arm tooling, 3D modeling, and simulation. The Design Engineer Intern is responsible for multiple projects and will be capable of concepting, research, sales and applications support, estimating, component and material selection, design for manufacturing/assembly, shop support, system layouts, and service support. 

Job Functions:

• With guidance help develop designs for special material handling related equipment from concept to detailed fabrication drawings
• With assistance create BOM for designs
• Contribute to project teams, providing help outside of mechanical scope when required Help resolve engineering issues as they arise by working closely with vendors and the shop
• Meet and exceed our customer’s expectations through superior design and implementation
• Be a great team player and contributor within the office; be tolerant of others
• Constantly review and master applicable business technology to ensure we are using the best tools
• Track time spent by project and enter time tracking software
• Work with management to prioritize projects on macro level; ability to prioritize individual tasks on your own
• Complete all administrative tasks/paperwork in timely manner
• Develop equipment manual once project is completed
• Help develop configurable designs for Bastian Robotics standard product offering
• Work with management to develop standards regarding documentation format
• Work well with the shop; pitch in where needed. Spend part of time in shop assembling the equipment you designed to better understand how the components come together
• Maintain a consistently positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Any and all job duties as assigned

Travel Requirements:

• 10% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Bastian Solutions)

Preferred Skills and Required Qualifications :

• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Basic knowledge 2D and 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc) required  
• Knowledge of motors, robotics, gearboxes, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), bearings
• Basic knowledge of all mechanical products and processes offered by division
• Basic experience in design for Manufacturing & Assembly with ability to produce fabrication/welding/assembly drawings from 3D models efficiently 
• Intermediate technical drawing skills, especially in 3D modeling 
• Able to work well in teams with good communication skills 
• Some experience developing and implementing quality improvement or cost reduction initiatives 

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About Bastian Solutions:

Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Work
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Bastian Solutions does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.