Mechanical Engineering Intern

Company: Innotrat Labs

Location: Chennai, India

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Position: Mechanical Engineering Intern

Duration: 6 Months

Stipend: ₹8,000 – ₹10,000 / month

About Innotrat Labs

Innotrat Labs is an innovative and fast-growing technology startup at the forefront of embedded systems, IoT, AI, and educational technology. We are dedicated to empowering innovation through cutting-edge products like InnoView, Innofab, Innomart, Eureka, and our E-Learning platform, aiming to revolutionize how users develop embedded products. We foster a dynamic, hands-on, and collaborative environment for passionate engineers.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our R&D team. In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers in designing, prototyping, and testing mechanical housings and enclosures for real-world products—including ANR (Active Noise Reduction) headgear, telematics dongles, smart toys (InnoToys), educational kits, and various IoT hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• CAD Modeling & Design: Assist in creating 3D CAD models, assemblies, and basic 2D manufacturing drawings using tools like SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Creo.
• Prototyping: Build, assemble, and test physical prototypes using 3D printing (FDM/SLA) and rapid prototyping techniques.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with electronics and firmware teams to ensure mechanical fitment for PCBs, connectors, and internal components.
• Testing & Validation: Conduct fitment, drop, tolerance, and durability tests on physical models.
• Material & Manufacturing Support: Learn and assist in evaluating materials (plastics, metals) and manufacturing methods like injection molding, 3D printing, and sheet metal work.
• Documentation: Maintain clean design documentation, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and test reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Product Design, or a related field.
• CAD Skills: Hands-on experience or academic proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Creo).
• Prototyping Knowledge: Basic experience or strong interest in hands-on prototyping, 3D printing, and mechanical fabrication.
• Fundamentals: Good grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals, material properties, and simple tolerance considerations.
• Mindset: Strong problem-solving aptitude, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced startup environment.

Preferred (Good to Have)

• Basic familiarity with plastic part design or sheet metal fabrication.
• Prior experience with wearable devices, headgear, or rugged hardware enclosures.
• Exposure to basic FEA simulations or thermal management principles.

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience building actual consumer and IoT hardware products.
• Direct mentorship from experienced R&D engineers.
• Exposure to end-to-end product development—from initial concept sketches to manufacturing readiness.
• Potential opportunity for a full-time role based on internship performance.

How to Apply

Send your updated resume and portfolio/project samples to [email protected].

Email Subject: Mechanical Intern - [Your Name]

Pay: ₹8,000.00 - ₹10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person