Intern Engineering
Tenneco•Blacksburg, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Engineering Intern will support the Blacksburg facility by assisting with process improvements, standardization, and daily engineering activities in a high-volume, unionized manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience in production processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on developing and sustaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Completed sophomore year preferred
- Strong interest in manufacturing and process improvement
- Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing and problem-solving tools preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving mindset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Initiative and accountability
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach as needed
- Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing, updating, and standardizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for production lines (Auto Lines, IROX, Material Prep)
- Support process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality
- Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and performance gaps
- Participate in root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone, 8D support)
- Assist with continuous improvement (CI) projects, including 5S, layout improvements, and workflow optimization
- Provide daily production support, including troubleshooting and problem-solving with supervisors and engineers
- Observe and document processes to ensure compliance with standard work
- Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and EHS teams
- Participate in and support safety initiatives, ensuring adherence to plant safety policies
Benefits
- Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments
- Typically 10–20 hours per week during the school term
- Opportunity for increased hours during breaks or summer
- Competitive hourly rate based on academic level
- Hands-on experience in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, CI tools, and real-time problem solving
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and plant leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
