Title: Engineering Intern – DMG MORI Additive Solutions Research and Development
Reports to: Head of Research and Development
Location: 1415 N Cherry Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Start Date: Summer 2026
Wage/Time: $28.00 hourly – Monday through Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
DMG MORI’s Research and Development Engineering Internship provides a unique experience for those passionate about additive manufacturing. Working directly with our Additive Solutions group, the focus will be on designing, prototyping, building, and testing a variety of solutions for challenges seen in the advanced manufacturing space. You can expect to work with state-of-the-art equipment and mentorship with experienced engineers. You will work on all aspects of producing the next generation of advanced manufacturing equipment.
Essential Job Functions:
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Research, design, development, and testing of equipment for AM (additive manufacturing).
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Conduct time estimates forcomponents to understandthe impactof product innovations.
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Calculation ofoptimalmachine parametersfor part processing.
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Understandingstatistical process control and machine reliability analysis.
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Inspection of finished parts for quality and accuracy.
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Generate engineering reports and technical documentation.
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Frequent communicationwithinternal technical staff.
Minimum Requirements:
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Must be aU.S. Citizen
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Seeking a degree froman accrediteduniversity in mechanical engineering or related field.
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Experienceprogramming.
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Computer operation skills including Office, CAD, CAM, and preferably FEA and other simulation and analysis tools.
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Knowledge in part processing, metal cutting, CNC programming, reading drawings, and machine setup.
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Basic understanding of Metallurgy.
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Proven flexibility with shifting prioritiesand experience communicating professionally.
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Proficiencyin Microsoft Office; Outlook, Excel,Word,and PowerPoint.
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Proven organizational skills, with high attention to detail.
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Strong analytical/problem solving abilities.
Work Environment:
Exposure to manufacturing/machining environments which may present possible hazards such as noise, electricity, chemicals, heavy equipment, and other automated and manual machinery. General office environment experienced at DMG MORI office.
Physical Demands:
Frequent: Travel, operating a vehicle, standing, walking, bending, squatting, stooping, sitting, and reaching. Pushing, pulling, and lifting objects. Repetitive foot, leg, hand, arm, shoulder, and torso movements.
Periodic: Operating power equipment, sitting at a desk, utilizing computers and phones.
Occasional: Lifting or moving up to 50lbs.
