Title Electric Engineering Intern - Motion Solutions
Job Category: Engineering
Job Requisition: ELECT001996
Posted: April 29, 2025
Full-Time
MFCP (Motion & Flow Control Products, Inc.) is the largest Parker Hannifin distributor and the premier unrivaled leader in motion and flow control solutions. We offer an expansive range of cutting-edge industrial systems and solutions designed to power the future of automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, aerospace, and beyond.
At MFCP, we don't just distribute — we innovate. Specializing in system design, fabrication, and tailored solutions, we provide expert services that include fluid power repair, precision hose and tube assemblies, and custom OEM sub-assemblies. With over 55 locations across the Western U.S., MFCP is on a rapid growth trajectory, and we're seeking talented professionals to help us elevate fluid power distribution to new heights. Join us and be part of an exciting future.
Position Summary:
***This position is remote or on-site, but candidate must be close enough to the Corona, CA or Vancouver, WA panel shops to be on-site to participate in onsite testing and hands on training when needed.***
The Engineering Internship at our UL508A panel shop offers a dynamic opportunity to engage in the full lifecycle of control panel projects. Interns will track inquiries, quotations, and orders using ERP systems, collaborating with Sales, Management, Engineering, and customers to ensure seamless communication. Key responsibilities include assisting in project development, producing schematics and drawings with CAD tools, coordinating with vendors for component selection, and supporting project testing, troubleshooting, and start-ups at our Corona, CA, or Vancouver, WA facilities or customer sites. Interns will also contribute to project management, maintain accurate documentation, and support engineering infrastructure upgrades while participating in weekly engineering calls and educational opportunities to expand fluid power knowledge. This role, which can be remote or on-site, requires proximity to our panel shops for occasional on-site needs, delivering hands-on experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Intern to work full time during summer vacation, approx. 3-4 months, then transition to part time once school begins with hours flexible around school schedules. After six months we will evaluate employee and consider full-time employement.
Primary Duties:
- Track and follow up on inquiries, quotations and orders through our ERP systems. Works closely with the Sales Team, Management, Engineering Team and potentially customers; to develop and support excellent communication within the various engineering/production teams.
- Assist in the development process of Engineering / Control Panel projects and assemblies.
- Work with CAD tools and various other software to produce engineering outputs (schematics, drawings, models, test reports, etc.).
- Assist in programming industrial controllers, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
- Work with vendors to establish pricing and lead times as well as component selection.
- Assist in project testing or start-ups and troubleshooting at customer locations or at MFCP production facilities.
- This position is remote or on-site, but candidate must be close enough to the Corona, CA or Vancouver, WA panel shops to be on-site when needed. If preferred, a workspace can be provided.
- Testing of engineered solutions to ensure validation/verification of customer design inputs.
- Assist in project management from gathering of customer inputs, quoting, scheduling, etc.
- Work with outside sales group to solve customer needs, which may involve travel to customer location.
- Assist in supporting engineering infrastructure (CAD software updates, process upgrades, etc.).
- Partake in educational opportunities to expand fluid power and overall education.
- Be involved in weekly engineering group conference call.
- Interface with our suppliers to meet the needs of the Internal and External customers.
- Interface closely with engineers and provide administrative and technical assistance on projects.
- Ensure that the highest level of customer service is provided promptly and ethically, including responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Coordinate, generate and maintain accurate required documentation, including quotations, ISO requirements, and manuals for completed jobs.
- Collaborate with all appropriate departments and personnel to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Develop ideas that help MFCP improve customer service, systems and procedures.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Basic Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Engineering Intern shall be enrolled in an advanced level of engineering or fluid power education and working towards a degree in such discipline.
- Excellent written & oral communication and strong relationship building skills required.
- Detail oriented with solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
- Strong computer skills including use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, & Teams), with a willingness to learn new software programs.
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) software knowledge and experience preferred. The engineering team utilizes the Autodesk Design Suite of products (i.e. AutoCAD, Inventor Professional, Vault Pro, etc).
- Must be a good listener with above average reasoning ability and make minimal mistakes. Must be a good learner who can assimilate product knowledge and skills as they are presented.
- Must be able to work with a wide variety of people and personalities.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Must be a self-motivated individual with a desire and passion to constantly learn.
- Previous background should include knowledge of parts and nomenclature as well as a demonstrated ability to work well with customers and suppliers.
- As part of this internship, interns should be located near one of our panel shop facilities, which are in Corona, CA and Vancouver, WA to participate in onsite testing and hands on training.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Ability to sit, stand, walk and drive. Job requires frequent lifting up to 70 pounds, stooping, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, constantly walking/standing on cement flooring and climbing ladders as needed.
- Work environment may vary including warehouse containing moving equipment, fluctuating temperature and inventory in various storage arrangements, office work, manufacturing, machine shops, agricultural operations, and any other specific business operations of current or potential customers.
- The physical demands and work environment reflected are representative of those encountered by employees when performing the essential job functions.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions of the job.
Salary:
$20/hour.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) Investment Plan
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Vacation
- Incentive Programs - Employee referral program
- Training and progressive development programs available
Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen and DMV record review, along with possible reference checks.
The Fair Chance Act prohibits an employer from discriminating against anyone’s conviction history before a job offer has been made. Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen and possible DMV record review and along with reference checks. This Employer Participates in E-Verify.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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