Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work for 12-14 weeks (May to August) to help implement process improvements. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will collaborate across the organization on efforts involving design for manufacturability and cost savings.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively in a team to implement manufacturing process improvements

• Collaborate with program mentors and champions to identify best methods for automating processes

• Utilize a structured engineering approach to deploy best practices for process control and to improve yields

• Initiate and/or update documentation of processes into work instructions

• Compares existing manufacturing practices with external benchmarks and industry best practices and proposes appropriate improvements.  Maintains knowledge on current industry standards

• Leads capital project efforts to resolve production capacity and technology capability issues

• Present multiple project updates to the local leadership team

• Limited travel required for workshops and trade shows
   

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Requires ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Project management and structured problem solving with the ability to make data-based and ethical decisions

• Eagerness to learn quickly

• Capability for designing and analyzing experiments utilizing statistical tools

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including strong verbal, writing and presentation skills

• Ability to lead and participate effectively in cross-functional teams
   

Education and Experience:

• Current college Sophomore, Junior or Senior earning Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Experience in applying engineering concepts to solve problems.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.