2012 Fluid Power Scholars Internship Postings
| Company Name | Company Description | Position Description | Additional Application Information |
Location: Peoria, IL | For more than 85 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. With 2010 sales and revenues of $42.588 billion, Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. | The intern will be part of a team of experienced engineers developing next generation electro-hydraulic systems for off-road machines. The intern will support a team concepting and developing electro-hydraulic systems under the direction of an engineering mentor. The intern will use tools such as test data analysis software (e.g. LabView or Matlab), dynamic system simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink), and hydraulic system schematic design tools. The intern may also have the opportunity to support lab or machine testing of electro-hydraulic systems. The work group is an advanced engineering and applied research group focused on providing future Caterpillar machines that are more productive, have a lower environmental impact, cost less to operate, and provide product differentiation for our customers. Candidates with senior level or graduate student status and previous experience with fluid power, e.g. CCEFP research projects are preferred. | Candidates must also apply on-line at www.JoinTeamCaterpillar.com – Corporate Intern – Engineering Job ID #91681 (Product Development – Summer 2012) to be considered for this position. |
Location: Silivs, IL 1 Internship Position | John Deere (Deere & Company - NYSE:DE) is the world's leading provider of advanced products and services for agriculture and forestry and a major provider of advanced products and services for construction, lawn and turf care, landscaping and irrigation. John Deere also provides financial services worldwide and manufactures and markets engines used in heavy equipment. Since it was founded in 1837, the company has extended its heritage of integrity, quality, commitment and innovation around the globe. John Deere, a Fortune 500 company, is making use of the latest technological breakthroughs to produce exceptional equipment and provide first-class customer service. We treat our people with respect and offer competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, such as medical and dental coverage, life insurance, 401(k) and tuition assistance. John Deere employs approximately 52,000, and has operations around the world. | Product Engineering professionals at John Deere have the latest technology at their disposal. We use virtual reality modeling, simulation and design techniques to create our award-winning designs. Our customers demand sophisticated solutions, and we incorporate the latest in electronics to exceed their needs. Engineering opportunities are not limited to traditional roles or functions. Today, John Deere engineers work in staff and leadership positions in areas such as supply management, marketing, production management, and human resources to develop their skill sets and career opportunities. Career opportunities include: Supplier development, purchasing, engineering liaison between design and production, production management, marketing, supply chain management, and quality engineering. Job duties may include: 1) Produce and evaluate design solutions to improve cost, quality and performance. 2) Analyze assignments and determine engineering specifications. 3) Compile information necessary to document the design solution required for building of prototypes and adoption of a design. 4) Execute test or analysis plan for product verification and validation. This intern position will support hydraulic projects on future combine harvester programs.
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Location: Sarasota, FL 1 Internship Position | Sun Hydraulics designs and manufactures high performance screw-in hydraulic cartridge valves and manifolds which are used to control force, speed and motion as integral components in fluid power systems. Sun’s products allow machine designers to develop innovative and efficient control systems for all types of capital goods. Our hydraulic valves and packaged manifold systems work accurately and reliably, no matter how demanding the application. | Sun Hydraulics Corporation in Sarasota has engineering internship opportunities available for spring / summer 2012. We generally try to fill these openings by spring break. Positions available are in valve and manifold product design groups as well as manufacturing engineering group. Hands on, self-motivated sophomore, junior, and senior students from mechanical, electrical and particularly manufacturing engineering programs are encouraged to apply. Previous internship experience in a manufacturing environment is useful, but not necessary. After an initial “shop tour” in which the student will work briefly in each of the manufacturing departments, an experienced engineer will act as a mentor for the student to complete a project. Past projects have included extensive laboratory experimentation, modeling and simulation, and the design and build of a small machine for use in the manufacturing process. | Email resume to Greg Glass. Contact by phone: 941-362-1287 |
Location: Burr Ridge, IL | CNH is a world leader in the agricultural and construction equipment businesses.CNH's product offerings encompass a full range of equipment to meet all needs in all regions; from its industry-leading tractors to specialty grape harvesters and massive combine harvesters in agriculture, as well as agile skid steer loaders and powerful hydraulic excavators in construction.
| This position would be assisting in preparing hydraulic system and/or test specifications. Simulation studies for new technologies evaluation or for the verification of the proposed software would be a part of the job responsibilities. Job Requirements: 1. Good understanding of System Dynamics (through coursework acceptable); 2. Matlab Simulink/ Easy 5/ AMESim experience required; 3. Knowledge in linear controls preferred; 4. Experience in hydraulics highly preferred.
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| Eaton Corporation Location: Eden Prairie, MN
1 Internship Position | Eaton Corporation is a diversified power management company with 2010 sales of $13.7 billion. Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2011, Eaton is a global technology leader in electrical components and systems for power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has approximately 73,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries. Because of the pivotal role we play, Eaton is committed to creating and maintaining powerful customer relationships built on a foundation of excellence. From the products we manufacture to our dedicated customer service and support, we know what’s important to you. | Work as a global engineering team to develop innovative product, solution and service in hydraulics related area. Have the opportunity to explore project management, voice of customer, innovation process, and key technology developments. The job requirements are: 1) Experiences in hydraulics is highly preferred. 2) Good understanding of dynamics system modeling (relevance to hydraulic modeling is a plus). 3) Familarity of modeling software (Matlab/Simulink, AMEsim, etc) 4) Classic control theory and application 5) Knowledge of CAD, FEA is a plus; | May need to work with Eaton and it external agency to complete the procedures. |
HUSCO International 1 Internship Position | HUSCO International, Inc. is a global leader in the development and manufacture of hydraulic and electro hydraulic controls for off-highway applications. Experienced in concurrent engineering practices, HUSCO provides support to the OEM engineers from the conceptual stage to the production stage of product development to maximize product value and performance. | The intern will be embedded within an engineering team developing next generation valve control systems. HUSCO is currently developing a suite of new hydraulic valve products for backhoes, skidsteers, excavators and farm tractors which make simultaneous improvements in efficiency, controllability and cost. Fluid power scholar will support the team activity through testing, analysis, brainstorming, hardware design, simulation and controls development activities. HUSCO uses multiple machines fitted with expansive instrumentation in addition to simulation packages such as Matlab / Simulink and Easy5. For design, HUSCO uses ProE and related supporting tools for CFD and fatigue analysis. Most numerical analysis is done within Matlab and Excel. All control system software is developed with Simulink and executed in a real time operating system on the machines. Embedded controller software is written in C. | Apply online at www.huscointl.com. Click on Careers>Current Openings. Apply for the Mfg/Design Co-op position. State in application notes section Fluid Power Scholars. |
Des Plaines, IL 1 Intership Position | The Parker Hannifin Summer Internship Program was established to identify and develop college students who show promise of being productive Parker employees by providing real-world experience in disciplines critical to Parker’s business. As an intern, you will gain experience while supporting the department’s function. Examples of projects and responsibilities may include: Engineering - - Design temperature control system, Plan and set up flow loops for endurance tests, Facilitate and Participate in 5S events, Produce standard work documents, Work in assembly and testing, Organize and catalog tests samples into Excel database, Design and model actuators in Pro/E; Measure precise amount of ingredients to mix to create rubber; Use a spectrometer to scan in samples of polymers and plasticizers for a database; use a 3D printing machine for prototype solid modeling; Create visual graph of greenhouse gas emissions; Machine spools and valves in Prototype using CNC and manual machining tools; Update a drawing of the plant using AutoCAD; Install pressure transducers on a hydraulic system. | Qualifications: Currently pursuing a bachelorsdegree in Mechanical, Electrical or Controls Engineering at an accredited 4-yr college or university in the United States; Have completed at least one year of college; Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0; Demonstrated technical competence and analytical ability; Demonstrated ability to successfully complete projects, work in a team environment, display of leadership capabilities and professional maturity; Demonstrated confidence, excellent communication and writing skills; Good oral and written communication skills; At least one year’s experience with Microsoft Office software and the Internet; Coursework in Hydraulics or Fluid Power preferred, but not required | Also, apply for the internship position by searching job code 12284 at Parker's Career Website: www.parker.com/careers |