This is a remote position.

DFM Engineer Intern (Mechanical Engineering) – Remote

Company: Trustbridge Engineering (a division of Vulcury LLC)

Location: Remote (India-based candidates preferred)

Internship Duration: 12 weeks

Conversion: Potential full time opportunity based on performance

Shift: Late-day India shift (afternoon start to overlap with U.S. working hours)

Internship Type: Paid

About Trustbridge Engineering

Trustbridge Engineering, a division of Vulcury LLC, provides design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and engineering solutions for global clients across industrial, consumer, automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors.

Our team, led by an India-based senior engineer, works closely with U.S.-based clients to convert ideas into manufacturable, production-ready designs. We focus on real-world engineering—balancing performance, cost, tolerances, materials, and manufacturing constraints.

This internship is built for engineers who want practical exposure to how designs actually get manufactured.

About the Internship

We are looking for a DFM Engineer Intern who is eager to learn how engineering decisions translate to real production outcomes.

You will work directly with the Head Engineer on active client projects and internal initiatives. This role goes beyond drafting—you’ll develop an understanding of manufacturing feasibility, process selection, tolerances, and cost-driven design trade-offs.

This is a 12-week paid internship, with the possibility of a full-time role for strong performers.

Key Responsibilities

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

- Review and develop mechanical designs with a focus on manufacturability





- Apply DFM/DFA principles to improve part design, cost efficiency, and quality

- Assist in refining designs based on manufacturing constraints and feedback

- Prepare clear, production-ready engineering documentation

Engineering Analysis & Validation

- Support basic simulations or engineering checks using ANSYS or similar tools

- Assist with tolerance analysis, material selection, and design assumptions

- Help identify design risks and recommend improvements

Manufacturing & Process Understanding

- Research and evaluate manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, casting, molding, etc.)

- Support decisions related to materials, finishes, and processes

- Assist with supplier- and process-related research when required

Collaboration & Communication

- Work closely with senior engineers on real client problems

- Participate in virtual meetings with U.S.-based clients and internal teams

- Communicate design intent, changes, and assumptions clearly in a remote setup

- Contribute to improving internal engineering workflows and standards

Internship Structure

- Duration: 12 weeks (paid)

- Mentorship: Regular guidance and feedback from experienced engineers

- Growth Path: Opportunity for a full-time role based on performance and business needs

Benefits

What You’ll Gain

- Hands-on experience with live client engineering work

- Practical exposure to DFM and production-focused design

- Understanding of how engineering decisions impact cost, quality, and timelines

- Collaboration with international clients and teams

- A strong foundation for a career in manufacturing-focused engineering

📌 DFM Engineer Intern (Mechanical Engineering) – Remote (India)
🏢 Vulcury Venture Studio and Advisors
📍 India