Engineering & Compliance Intern

Area Engineering Work type Full Time Sector Industrial Automation Work Environment On-site Reference

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Location University Park, Illinois, United States IMI plc We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world - creating lasting impact for everyone. We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport. Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don't invent in isolation - we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive. Role Overview IMI Bimba is seeking a motivated and hands-on Engineering & Compliance Intern to support our Engineering and Compliance teams in University Park, IL. This internship provides exposure to CAD modeling, compliance certification workflows, project coordination, and model shop activities. In this role, you will assist with creating and updating CAD models, supporting compliance documentation, preparing certification packages, coordinating small engineering tasks, and helping with prototype builds or fixture preparation in the model shop. This internship is ideal for junior and senior ‑ level engineering students looking to gain hands ‑ on experience in a global organization. You will work closely with engineers, designers, drafters, compliance specialists, Lab technicians and manufacturing teams across the Americas, gaining valuable insight into engineering processes, regulatory requirements, and product development workflows. Depending on IMI's evolving needs and the intern's developing capabilities, additional projects or areas of interest may be assigned to support broader engineering and compliance initiatives. Work Environment On-Site, University Park, IL Key Responsibilities

• Support compliance certification activities by gathering data, preparing documentation, and assisting with customer or regulatory submissions.
• Help maintain compliance records, declarations, and supporting evidence for certifications such as RoHS, REACH, PFAS, and material disclosures.
• Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD models of components and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks.
• Generate basic drawings and update existing documentation under the guidance of designers and engineers.
• Assist with Engineering Change Orders and document control activities within PLM systems.
• Support project coordination tasks, including tracking deliverables, preparing meeting notes, and updating project logs.
• Collaborate with the model shop to support prototype builds, fixture preparation, testing, and basic machining or assembly tasks.
• Help organize engineering documentation, drawing archives, templates, and compliance files.
• Participate in engineering and compliance meetings to understand requirements, priorities, and project expectations.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Engineering Manager and/or Engineering Director. Critical Competencies for Success
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Basic experience with 2D/3D CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks preferred).
• Interest in regulatory compliance, material declarations, and certification processes.
• Understanding of basic mechanical design principles and manufacturing methods.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical documentation standards.
• Ability to follow instructions, ask clarifying questions, and work collaboratively.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on environment, including model shop or prototype areas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Self-motivated, organized, and eager to grow in a dynamic engineering environment.

Health & Safety The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role. Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties - At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts. Code of Ethics IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the

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