Test Engineering Intern

Company Overview

ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. ZF allows vehicles to see, think and act. In the four technology domains of Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive product and software solutions for established vehicle manufacturers and newly emerging transport and mobility service providers. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate and enhancing safe mobility.

Position Summary: The Engineering Intern is responsible for supporting the test engineering team responsible for test engineering of powertrain modules.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists in defining, planning, documenting, executing, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting on tests and results for new development projects and current products and components.
• Assists in the design, analysis and interpretation of product and component tests.
• Investigates and resolves operational problems in conjunction with other engineering and technical staff.
• Provides advice and technical support to engineering groups.
• Assists technicians in the set-up and performance of tests.
• Provides engineering support for the re-working, repairs and improvement of existing test equipment.
• Assists in development of internal quality control and reliability programs.
• Coordinates with external labs / suppliers for testing of requirements that exceed current in-house testing capabilities.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must be a student currently enrolled in a four-year engineering degree program at an accredited institution
• Possess a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Self-motivated to expand knowledge and to continuously improve
• Basic knowledge in Mechanical Engineering
• Technical drawing reading skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills and experience

• Data Processing knowledge (FAMOS or similar)
• TS16949 awareness
• Experience in Automotive industry
• German and/or Spanish language skills

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran