R&D Engineer Intern
About The Position
About the Role This internship is for Summer 2026. We are looking for an enthusiastic R&D Engineer Intern to join our Research & Development team within the window and door industry. This role will focus on exploring innovative materials, energy-efficient solutions, and emerging technologies that advance product performance, sustainability, and durability. You will support ongoing research efforts and contribute to the development of next-generation window and door systems that meet evolving industry standards and customer needs. What You’ll Do Assist in researching and testing new materials (e.g., composites, polymers, coatings, and glass technologies) for improved performance and sustainability. Conduct experiments to evaluate thermal performance, durability, acoustic insulation, and weather resistance of prototype designs. Support the development of energy-efficient and smart window/door technologies (e.g., dynamic glazing, integrated sensors, automation). Perform literature reviews, benchmarking, and patent research to identify industry trends and emerging technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to transition R&D findings into development pipelines. Document experimental methods, test results, and technical insights through reports and presentations. Participate in prototyping, fabrication, and laboratory testing of new concepts.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- Strong interest in sustainable materials, building products, and emerging technologies.
- Familiarity with materials testing methods (e.g., tensile, impact, thermal conductivity, weathering).
- Proficiency in engineering tools such as CAD, MATLAB, or Python (or similar).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex findings clearly.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with glass, coatings, polymers, adhesives, or composite materials preferred.
- Knowledge of building performance standards (e.g., ENERGY STAR, NFRC, ASTM, or LEED) preferred.
- Hands-on experience in prototyping, lab equipment, or manufacturing processes preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in researching and testing new materials (e.g., composites, polymers, coatings, and glass technologies) for improved performance and sustainability.
- Conduct experiments to evaluate thermal performance, durability, acoustic insulation, and weather resistance of prototype designs.
- Support the development of energy-efficient and smart window/door technologies (e.g., dynamic glazing, integrated sensors, automation).
- Perform literature reviews, benchmarking, and patent research to identify industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to transition R&D findings into development pipelines.
- Document experimental methods, test results, and technical insights through reports and presentations.
- Participate in prototyping, fabrication, and laboratory testing of new concepts.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Inclusive, collaborative environment
- Bragging rights – you’ll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
- Professional development opportunities
- Intern buddy
- medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
- PTO
- paid holidays
- FSA
- life insurance
- LTD
- STD
- 401k
- EAP
- discount programs
- tuition reimbursement
- training
- professional development
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Career Level
Intern
