Engineering Intern - Metallurgy & Materials Lab

GKN Careers • Auburn Hills, MI

120d

About The Position

This position involves preparing samples from starting metallic or non-metallic components through various processes such as cutting, polishing, and gold coating. The role requires operating specialized laboratory equipment to collect material characterization data, including metallography, fractography, FTIR, hardness testing, OES, and possibly SEM/EDS. The successful candidate will synthesize results from various characterization techniques to assess component quality and determine likely failure mechanisms where appropriate. Additionally, the role involves interfacing with internal and external customers to understand their needs and provide answers. The candidate will learn and conduct equipment usage, measurement techniques, data interpretation, laboratory operating procedures, and report construction. Responsibilities also include maintaining laboratory consumables and spare parts inventory, laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration tracking, and ensuring housekeeping standards are met. Reliable work output and adherence to work hours are essential.

Requirements

• College student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, etc.).
• Self-Starter.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills (ability to explain technical details in common language).
• Proficient in general computer use and Microsoft Office software products.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Possess manual dexterity and ability to move freely in lab area and operate test equipment.
• Must be able to work and (locally) travel independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples from the starting metallic or non-metallic component with cutting, polishing, gold coating, etc.
• Operate specialized laboratory equipment to collect material characterization data including metallography, fractography, FTIR, hardness testing, OES, and possibly SEM/EDS.
• Synthesize the results from various characterization techniques to assess component quality and determine likely failure mechanisms where appropriate.
• Interface with internal and external customers to help understand their needs and supply answers.
• Learn and conduct equipment usage, measurement techniques, data interpretation, laboratory operating procedures and report construction.
• Maintenance of laboratory consumable and spare parts inventory.
• Laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration tracking and housekeeping.
• Reliable work output and work hours.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees