Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.
DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.
DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.
Job Title: Intern Engineer New Product Development/Design to Value (NPD/DTV)
Location: Richmond, VA
The role:
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support New Product Development (NPD) of refrigerated merchandisers and Design to Value (DTV) cost reduction opportunities on existing product lines.
Responsibilities:
· Component and sub-assembly level part development using SolidWorks design software
· Validation of design concepts through mechanical and performance testing in coordination with Engineering Test Lab
· Integration of design for manufacture/design for assembly (DFM/DFA) methodologies through collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering
· Application of value engineering methodologies to optimize new and existing product cost
· Internal and cross-functional communication to progress designs from concept to working prototypes
· Release of engineering documentation through change control process: models, drawings, bills of materials, etc
What are the basic qualifications?
· Rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing BS in Mechanical Engineering
· SolidWorks design experience
· MS Office experience
· Component level testing via simulation, prototyping, design of experiments, etc
· Critical thinking, trouble-shooting and problem-solving
What are the preferred qualifications?
· Sheet metal and weldment design experience
· Working knowledge of refrigeration systems and components
· Knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluids
How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:
The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.
These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.
Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
Winning Through Customers
Respects and Values People
Expectations for Results
High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
Pay Range: USD 22.00 - 23.00 Annually
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account,…