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Automation Engineering Intern

Ultradent Products


Job Location:

Salt Lake, UT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Automation Engineering Intern

Ultradent Products South Jordan UT On-site Part-time (school year) / Full-time (summer)

About the Role

Ultradent is seeking a driven high-potential engineering student to join our Automation Engineering team. Youll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team on real-world challenges spanning mechanical and electrical design controls robotics and data analytics. You dont need every qualification on day one we value curiosity initiative and the ability to learn quickly.

This position is paid at an hourly rate of $24/hour.

What Youll Work On

Projects vary by team needs and your interests but past and current intern work includes:

  • Designing and building fixtures tooling and mechanical components for automated manufacturing equipment

  • Developing and testing control logic for automated systems

  • Prototyping concepts using CNC machining 3D printing and assembly lab equipment

  • Analyzing production and test data to identify and drive process improvements

  • Supporting cross-functional projects with R&D and Sustaining Engineering seeing how products move from development through ongoing support

What Youll Learn

Depending on your projects youll have opportunities to develop skills in:

  • 3D Modeling: Build proficiency in SolidWorks to create robust efficient designs

  • Design for Machinability: Design parts for speed precision and cost-effective manufacturing

  • Automation: Explore how electrical mechanical and control systems come together in automated equipment

  • Programming: Develop software skills including object-oriented programming and test-driven development

  • Prototyping: Use our lab resources assembly and cutting equipment CNC machining and 3D printing to test and refine ideas quickly

  • Machining: Gain exposure to machining fundamentals and how parts are made

  • Statistics & Systems Thinking: Apply statistical methods to real data and build a broader understanding of complex systems

Who Thrives Here
  • Curious and hands-on: You want to understand how things work enjoy prototyping and testing and often go beyond the classroom to learn more

  • Inventive: You look for better ways to design build and improve products systems and processes

  • Driven and proactive: You take initiative seek ways to add value and move work forward with ownership

  • Collaborative and growth-minded: You build on different perspectives ask questions seek feedback and learn quickly from those around you

Details
  • Location: South Jordan UT (on-site)

  • Hours: 1620 hours per week during the school year; full-time during the summer. Flexible scheduling is available to support your academic commitments.

  • Duration: Most internships last six months to one year with potential to extend based on performance contribution and interest

Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in an engineering degree program (mechanical electrical manufacturing computer or related field)

  • Able to work on-site at our South Jordan UT facility

  • Preference for first- through third-year students able to commit to multiple semesters

Ultradent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a global culture where differences and perspectives are sought after welcomed and embraced. We consider all qualified applicants fairly based on their experience skills and potential to contribute to our team. Our core values Integrity care quality innovation and hard work- guide us daily. These values when balanced shape our workplace culture and ensure that we remain focused on our vision while maintaining a professional and inclusive environment.

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Required Experience:

Intern


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