Programme description
About this opportunity
Zipline is recruiting a Maintenance Tool Engineering Intern (Summer 2027). This internship is a full-time, in-person position at Zipline's Esparto, California office. Employer-stated work authorisation: "Zipline is unable to sponsor work visas for applicants to this position."
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Hardware and Operations teams to understand pain points and process requirements.
- Design and prototype tools for drone and ground system maintenance. Use hand and machine tools to produce the first units.
- Gather operational feedback on your designs and iterate quickly.
- Partner with Operations leadership on trade studies to evaluate the optimal, fully-productionized forms of your design.
- Create usage documentation and lead training sessions as your designs roll out into operation.
Qualifications and requirements
- A strong grasp of mechanical design fundamentals (statics, dynamics, material properties, fabrication processes, etc).
- Proficiency with CAD software like NX, Solidworks, Fusion, etc.
- Hands-on prototyping experience like 3d printing, fabrications, welding, soldering, or assembly.
- Strong communication skills and an ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- Obsessive customer focus and a drive to understand how your designs work in the real world.
- Ability to work on-site at our test facility in Esparto, CA every day.
Why you may be eligible
The official source lists United States as the eligible location. Confirm any residence, nationality, education and graduation-year requirements before applying.
Application checklist
Prepare a focused application
- Match your CV to the programme’s required skills and education.
- Prepare a concise motivation statement with relevant projects or experience.
- No application fee was identified during our review. Confirm the official listing and never pay an unofficial recruiter.