Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Locus Robotics is transforming how the world’s leading brands run their warehouses, using AI and advanced robotics to move faster, smarter, and more efficiently than ever before. Our LocusONE platform powers autonomous mobile robots that integrate seamlessly into existing operations, helping teams scale quickly, reduce costs, and keep up with growing demand.

Trusted by more than 150 leading retail, healthcare, 3PL, and industrial organizations across 350+ sites worldwide, we deliver real, measurable impact every day. Our Robots-as-a-Service model removes barriers to adoption and drives continuous innovation, giving customers the flexibility to adapt as their operations evolve. At Locus, you are working on technology that is actively reshaping supply chains and solving complex, real-world challenges at scale.

Ready to get hands-on with cutting-edge robotics? As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you’ll be in the middle of the action, designing, building, and optimizing the processes that bring our robots to life. Working alongside our engineering and production teams, you’ll gain real-world experience in fixture and process design, lab management, and process documentation. Expect to tackle fast-paced challenges, problem-solve on the fly, and make a tangible impact on production efficiency and quality.

Onsite position located at our Wilmington, MA headquarters, requiring five (5) days per week onsite. Only local candidates will be considered.

Internship period is May–August 2026, during standard business hours (Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET).

Responsibilities

• Support NPI builds of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, including process development, documentation, and validation activities.
• Assist in the design and development of tooling, fixtures, and test setups to support assembly operations and process controls.
• Coordinate with engineering and supply chain teams to procure components and materials for fixture and test equipment builds.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to optimize manufacturing processes using lean methodologies.
• Maintain documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS), including ECOs, validations, and related records.

Qualifications 

• Ability to work onsite (Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm) for 2026 Summer internship period (May - August). 
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate (rising junior or senior) pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Prior internship experience in a product-based electromechanical environment is preferred; hands-on experience through academic labs or project work will also be considered.
• Experience using CAD applications such as SolidWorks or Creo for solid modeling and drawing interpretation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve production and assembly issues
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.  

Locus Robotics is an equal opportunity employer 

The expected hourly rate for this internship ranges from $20 to $30 per hour, depending on the candidate’s degree program (undergraduate or graduate) and relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

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