Engineering Intern at Pyrotek

Town of Cortlandville, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cad, 3D Modeling, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Data Entry, Excel, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Communication, Writing, Attention To Detail, PDM Vault Navigation

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday! Job Description We are a diverse, global team of highly trained engineers and technical manufacturing experts serving in the best interests of our many industry partners. Our mission has always been to do the right thing every time for our customers and remain their long-term trusted partner. SUMMER 2026 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Pyrotek Cortland is looking for a talented student to join us in the summer of 2026 for a robust 12-week internship program! Our intern will be looking to gain entry-level Engineering experience by learning, applying, and performing Engineering related functions, as assigned, while actively engaged and participating in a seasonal/temporary internship program. Support the Engineering department by assisting with CAD drawings and 3D modeling projects and handling administrative tasks such as equipment manual creation and printing work packages for manufacturing production. Some other responsibilities include: Actively engage and work in partnership with plant leadership and support personnel to understand manufacturing processes, varying from engineering, purchasing, production, and distribution. Learn and support Engineering responsibilities and functions, including but not limited to: Properly searching and navigating within a controlled PDM vault, locating the most recent version of a SolidWorks or AutoCAD drawing. Accurately modeling in CAD and Solidworks. Read and interpret manufacturing drawings and associated tolerances, and create organized, complete manufacturing instructions. Write clear, concise and grammatically correct material for product manuals. Perform project work for an assigned area and/or scope of work, and present related information to corresponding stakeholders. Why choose Pyrotek Cortland for your summer internship? Watch our video! Click the I'm Interested button so our hiring team can review your application and schedule time to speak with you soon! What happens next? Once you submit your application / resume, a member of the recruiting team will send you an email with a self-schedule link to speak with one of our Recruiters. Watch your email for that link! Qualifications Education/Experience High School Diploma and currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, plus one (1) year of completed course studies in area of emphasis. Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, specifically SolidWorks, a plus. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations. Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar. Ability to vary writing style to meet business needs. Computer/Applications Skills. Strong computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Products, with heavy emphasis understanding and applying advanced Excel skills. Ability to perform data entry. Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Ability to work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Ability to read and comprehend dimensional specifications and geometric tolerances on manufacturing drawings. Physical/Sensory Requirements The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position. Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone. Working Environment While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an office environment, with occasional work in an industrial manufacturing environment, where moderate background noise, presence of natural and artificial light, exposure to work temperatures from ambient to controlled, hard walking surfaces for standing and walking, and moderate amounts of airborne graphite dust, are present. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, etc., may be required. Additional Information The hourly rate of pay for this Internship is $22.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits. This is a seasonal, non-benefited position. For a full job description, click HERE. Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. California residents please take a moment to review our California Resident Applicant Data Collection Notice

Responsibilities

The intern will support the Engineering department by assisting with CAD drawings, 3D modeling projects, and administrative tasks like creating equipment manuals and printing work packages for production. Responsibilities also include engaging with plant leadership to understand manufacturing processes and performing assigned project work with a final presentation to stakeholders.