Description

Engineering Intern - NPD (Summer 2026)
The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.

The New Product Development (NPD) Engineer Intern will be part of the Drinking Water business unit and gain valuable exposure to our product development processes. This internship provides the opportunity to contribute directly to the design, development, and launch of innovative products that bring safe, sustainable drinking water solutions to market. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on experience in engineering practices, testing, and project execution.

Reports to: NPD Engineering Manager

Key Focus Areas

• Support new product development initiatives from concept through prototyping and testing.
• Participate in cross-functional project team meetings to gain exposure to collaboration across engineering, product management, manufacturing, and quality.
• Assist in building, evaluating, and refining prototypes.
• Conduct research and gather data to support design decisions and product improvements.
• Learn and apply Zurn Elkay's NPD processes, tools, and best practices.
• Document findings, test results, and recommendations in support of product development activities.
• Provide general engineering support to the NPD team on active projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in product design and development.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Hands-on aptitude and willingness to learn through practical project experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD experience a plus.

What You'll Gain

• First-hand experience in the full product development lifecycle.
• Exposure to industry-leading drinking water solutions and sustainability initiatives.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders.
• A chance to make a meaningful contribution to projects that directly impact customers and communities.

**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran