About the role#
The Solutions Engineer Intern supports the North American Solution Center at Allient. You will work with the engineering, sales, and product management teams to develop technical solutions for customer applications. This role focuses on motion control systems, including electric motors, drives, and gearboxes. You will assist with application analysis, technical documentation, and commercial activities that support business growth.
What you'll do#
- Learn and follow established engineering procedures and best practices.
- Analyze customer requirements to assist with the selection and sizing of actuators, motors, and drives.
- Perform data analysis, engineering calculations, and research to identify technical solutions.
- Prepare technical recommendations, quotations, and proposal materials.
- Manage CRM data, track sales pipelines, and handle workflow administration.
- Coordinate with manufacturing and operations teams to gather information for project execution.
- Maintain application records, product reference materials, and competitive information.
- Attend internal project reviews, training sessions, and cross-functional meetings.
- Work on special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as an active student in a 4-year technical program.
- Completion of at least 2 years of your degree program.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- A semester GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Pursuit of a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based on-site in Williamsville or Buffalo, New York.
- The position follows a rolling term.
About Allient
Allient manufactures precision and customized products. The company operates within the automation machinery manufacturing sector. It serves markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, agriculture, industrial equipment, and electronics. The firm supports both end users and original equipment manufacturers. It is a public company based in Amherst, New York, with a workforce between 1,001 and 5,000 employees.
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