Internship - Manufacturing / Production Engineering

FuelCell Energy • Torrington, CT

1d • $23 - $23

About The Position

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.

Summary:In this role, the Production Engineering Intern supports the development, improvement, and documentation of manufacturing processes used in the production of FuelCell Energy components. Working under the guidance of Production Engineers and Engineering Technicians, the intern assists with process trials, data collection, equipment support activities, and workflow documentation. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to fuel cell manufacturing while contributing to safety, quality, and productivity improvements across the Value Stream Team.

Internship Intent/Exposure:
This internship aims to expose students to Manufacturing and Production Engineering while cultivating their practical engineering skills through hands‑on support of the Production Engineering team. Depending on the projects the students are involved in and their interests, they may be exposed to the following:

Automated equipment troubleshooting including 6-axis robots, lasers, furnaces, dispensing equipment, presses, vibratory equipment, etc.
Statistical Analysis (Minitab)
Blueprint Reading
CAD (Solidworks)
CAM (Solidworks CAM)
3D Printing (Prusa)

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Candidates must have completed all sophomore‑level coursework prior to the start of employment; completion of junior‑level coursework is preferred.
• No professional experience required.
• Interest in manufacturing, process engineering, and hands‑on technical work.
• Ability to organize tasks, follow instructions, and document work clearly.
• Strong analytical mindset and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a cross‑functional team.
• Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Attend scheduled EH&S training programs.
• Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.
• Recommend improved EH&S practices.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, laboratory work, or hands‑on technical coursework is preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings or basic measurement tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, execution, and documentation of engineering trials on the production floor, including data collection, measurement activities, and observation logging.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by updating work instructions, creating visual aids, and documenting workflow or equipment changes.
• Help review engineering drawings, specifications, and process documents as part of product or equipment updates.
• Conduct basic data analysis in Excel and other tools to identify trends or support root‑cause investigations.
• Assist technicians and engineers in equipment setup, preventative maintenance observations, or simple adjustments as appropriate for an intern role.
• Participate in value‑stream mapping exercises, time studies, and ergonomics reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support cross‑functional collaboration with Quality, R&D, Production Development, Facilities, and Environmental Health and Safety.
• Capture photos, notes, and redlines during prototype builds, teardown reviews, or process development activities.
• Follow all required safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern