Current Product Engineering Intern

US-MI-Ann Arbor

3rd - Careers (External portal)

Req #: 28609
Type: Internship

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc.

				Overview:

Navitas is ready to invest in you! We are currently seeking a Current Product Engineering Intern to join our team for a Summer 2026 internship. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Product Engineering Intern to support the development and manufacturing of advanced lithium-ion battery systems. This role provides hands-on experience in product design, validation, manufacturing support, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced battery manufacturing environment. The intern will work closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to help improve product performance, reliability, and scalability.

Responsibilities:

* Support design, validation, and release of lithium-ion battery modules and pack components

* Assist in conducting performance testing, validation testing, and failure analysis of battery cells and systems

* Analyze test data using tools such as Excel, MATLAB, or Python to identify trends and recommend improvements

* Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to resolve production issues and implement process improvements

* Create and maintain engineering documentation, including BOMs, drawings, test plans, and reports

* Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action initiatives

* Support prototype builds and pilot production runs

* Assist in DFMEA, PFMEA, and design reviews

* Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards related to lithium-ion battery systems

Qualifications:

* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Basic understanding of lithium-ion battery fundamentals (electrochemistry, thermal management, BMS concepts)

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools (MATLAB, Python) preferred

* Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) is a plus

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to work on-site in Ann Arbor, MI
			
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