Mechanical Design Engineer Intern - The Toro Company

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career. 

What Will You Do?

We are looking for someone who can be responsible for creating product designs that meet customer requirements, solve the problems of the end user, and the business.  In pursuit of these innovative design solutions you could be asked to initiate product redesigns, or to a complete an entire new design project as assigned. This will involve providing direction for technicians, completing documentation, designing for cost improvement (DCI), ensuring product quality improvement (PQI), legacy product maintenance, and coordinating necessary activities with other departments and outside suppliers.

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Conceptualize and create designs to satisfy the product objectives related to the specific areas assigned, utilizing 3D CAD software and other tools to do project-related work.

• Use engineering principles as well as analytical techniques to ensure that the design specifications of the product will meet the approved specifications, including cost, timing, and performance objectives of the product.

• Manage projects with internal cross-functional teams assigned to product programs, and domestic and international vendors.

• Prepare technical documentation in the form of layouts, drawings, assembly instructions and analysis reports for assigned tasks.

• Research and propose materials and processes to be used in designs.

• Develop testing plans for analyzing and validating designs.

• Ensure designs meet the durability, performance, manufacturability, and quality criteria of the company plus Toro and industry safety standards.

• Analyzes proposed engineering designs using calculations, testing, computer simulation and analysis methods or other techniques as needed.

• Coordinates the efforts of outside consultants, labs, suppliers, etc. needed to accomplish the design or other objectives of the project.

• Works with Legal on potential patent activities and liability avoidance.

• Conduct feasibility studies to reveal idea practicality and potential design or program issues.

• Perform continuous improvement activities such as (DCI), (PQI), and Engineering Change Management

• Develop and execute releases,BOM, assembly drawings, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

• Work with assembly plants and vendors to maintain production.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering related technology (ex. Mechanical, Agricultural, Automotive, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Design.) ​

• Experience with mechanical drafting and design

• Proficient with design software such as CREO ProE, Windchill, CREO mechanism, Creo Simulation, or equivalent FEA and CFD software

• Experience with advanced battery technologies, smart connected products, robotics, automation, control systems, electric power systems, electric motors and related regulatory/safety conformance is highly preferred.

• Exposure to manufacturing process: injection molding, 3D printing, metal fabrication, welding, forming/stamping.

• Ability to transfer skills and knowledge from past experience and related technologies to new situations.

• Ability to design, document, draft, and evaluate products able to meet customer needs. 

• Technical ability in mathematical analysis of physical systems and mechanics.

• Demonstrated ability to independently accomplish duties and responsibilities as listed.

• Able to assist in drafting test protocols and communicate them to test engineering.

• Collaborative team player with ability to communicate and work effectively across levels and departments, where flexibility, adaptability, and resiliency are important.

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

• Proven relationship building skills, ability to gain and build support for design initiatives.

• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office applications required, SAP or other ERP systems experience preferred.

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.

Competitive Pay- The anticipated pay range is $22.00-33.00 per hour.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.  

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related needs and conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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