Manufacturing Controls Engineering LDP Intern

Whirlpool • Columbus, OH

81d • Onsite

About The Position

The 12-week Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) Controls Engineering Track Internship focuses on World Class Manufacturing methodology. Core experiences and projects span areas such as lean manufacturing, quality, automation, process engineering, and more. Upon successful completion of the summer internship program, you may be considered for employment opportunities within the Full Time Manufacturing Leadership Development Program: Controls Engineering Track post-graduation.

Requirements

• Pursuing bachelors degree with major in: Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with plans to graduate before or by May 2029
• Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
• Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program

Nice To Haves

• Strong enthusiasm for and knowledge of automation tools and technologies
• Proven decision-making skills and ability to analyze and solve complex business problems through innovation and creativity
• Ability to lead and work with teams to drive and achieve extraordinary results
• Demonstrated maturity and confidence to effectively present ideas
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships in a culturally diverse environment
• Self-discipline and ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects related to process control, quality control, safety systems and vision systems
• Design, develop, review and conduct coordination for test programs or components, small systems or processes, or materials taking into account customers, product performance, cost and quality requirements
• Manage equipment / resource relocation projects
• Lead change management with impacted team members
• Focus on cost-savings initiatives across a plant including: standardized work audits, Improving first pass yield and throughput, etc.
• Learn and apply Lean Manufacturing tools to project(s)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid holidays
• Housing stipend
• Robust professional development and skill-building opportunities such as continuous improvement training, career exploration sessions and cross-functional case competition
• Networking & exposure to senior leadership
• Community service experiences
• Social & recreational events

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern