Mechanical Engineering College Internship in Nacogdoches, Texas at Nexio Power Inc

Nexio Power is transforming the commercial vehicle industry through innovative propane and renewable propane-powered transportation solutions. Our mission is to deliver cleaner, more sustainable powertrain technologies that provide real-world economic and environmental benefits without compromising performance. As a rapidly growing organization, Nexio offers employees the opportunity to make a direct impact while helping shape the future of alternative-fuel transportation.

POSITION SUMMARY

Nexio Power is seeking motivated college students interested in gaining hands-on experience within an innovative startup manufacturing environment focused on the design, development, and production of advanced commercial vehicle technologies.

Interns will work alongside experienced engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations professionals while participating in structured projects that support engineering documentation, manufacturing readiness, process improvement, and technical documentation.

Students will gain exposure to engineering workflows, manufacturing systems, product development processes, startup operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration while developing professional engineering skills applicable to careers in advanced manufacturing.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the internship, participants should be able to:

Explain the engineering product development lifecycle.Understand engineering documentation and revision control.Describe manufacturing startup processes.Understand how engineering documentation supports manufacturing execution.Recognize quality assurance and continuous improvement principles.Develop professional technical documentation.Apply engineering problem-solving techniques.Improve technical communication skills.Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.

PRIMARY INTERNSHIP PROJECT

Engineering Documentation, Manufacturing Readiness & Continuous Improvement

Project Purpose

The primary internship project provides students with practical experience supporting engineering documentation and manufacturing readiness activities associated with scaling an advanced vehicle manufacturer from prototype development into commercial production.

Students will work directly with engineering mentors to understand how engineering documentation, quality systems, manufacturing planning, and continuous improvement initiatives contribute to successful product development and manufacturing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The intern may participate in supervised educational activities including:

Engineering Documentation

Organize engineering drawing libraries.Assist with engineering document indexing.Review engineering file structures.Assist with engineering revision history organization.Develop engineering document reference guides.Support document control initiatives.Assist with engineering record organization.Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) for documentation consistency.Observe Engineering Change Notice (ECN) workflows.Assist in standardizing engineering documentation.

Manufacturing Engineering Support

Observe prototype build activities.Document manufacturing workflows.Create manufacturing process maps.Develop visual work instruction concepts.Assist with manufacturing readiness documentation.Observe engineering validation activities.Document engineering-to-production workflows.Support startup manufacturing initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

Working alongside engineering personnel, interns may:

Evaluate engineering workflows.Develop process maps.Recommend documentation improvements.Assist with standard work documentation.Support visual management initiatives.Identify opportunities for workflow improvements.Document engineering communication processes.Participate in continuous improvement discussions.

Technical Documentation

Students may assist in developing:

Engineering reference guidesProcess documentationManufacturing workflow diagramsEngineering organization systemsTechnical presentationsProject documentationEngineering reportsContinuous improvement recommendations

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Throughout the internship, students will develop knowledge in:

Engineering

Product DevelopmentMechanical EngineeringDesign DocumentationProduct Lifecycle ManagementEngineering Change ManagementDesign Review Process

Manufacturing

Manufacturing EngineeringPrototype ManufacturingProduction ReadinessLean ManufacturingStandard WorkManufacturing Documentation

Quality

Quality SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous ImprovementProcess StandardizationCalibration ConceptsDocument Control

Professional Development

Technical WritingProfessional CommunicationProject PlanningProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationPresentation SkillsTime Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing:

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringEngineering TechnologySupply Chain ManagementOperations ManagementQuality EngineeringIndustrial TechnologyRelated STEM discipline

Preferred standing: Sophomore, Junior or Senior

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 3.0 GPA preferredStrong organizational skillsExcellent written communicationProficiency with Microsoft OfficeInterest in manufacturingInterest in engineering designAbility to work independentlyStrong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or coursework in:

CAD softwareManufacturing processesEngineering graphicsLean ManufacturingSix SigmaTechnical writingMicrosoft ExcelPower BIProject Management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Analytical thinkingCuriosityProfessionalismInitiativeOrganizational skillsProblem-solving abilityCommunication skillsTechnical aptitudeCollaborationAdaptability

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The internship includes work within:

Office environmentsEngineering workspacesManufacturing facilitiesPrototype assembly areasConference rooms

Students will observe manufacturing operations while complying with all applicable safety policies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Interns are expected to:

Maintain confidentialityDemonstrate professionalismArrive preparedMeet project deadlinesParticipate activelyAsk questionsRespect company propertyFollow company policies