Manufacturing Engineer Intern

IDEX Corporation•Linthicum, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

US Valve is seeking a motivated, hands-on Engineering Intern to support tooling design, production efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives within our valve assembly operations. This role is designed for a student who wants real-world experience working directly on the shop floor while applying engineering fundamentals to manufacturing challenges. The intern will contribute to multiple projects, including redesigning a seal-tapping tool, auditing production tooling and fixtures, supporting 5S tooling standardization, and conducting time studies to improve cycle times. These projects will provide exposure to product assembly, operator workflows, and lean manufacturing principles. This is a project-based internship focused on practical learning, problem-solving, and ownership. The intern will be expected to manage defined workstreams, document findings, and present results to the Engineering team and Senior Leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

Requirements

Meet one or more of the following criteria: Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, who is enrolled and in good standing at a Maryland higher education institution. Graduate (within 12 months) from a Maryland higher education institution. Maryland resident, with a 2 or 4-year degree, who has been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, the National Guard, or a Reserve component of the Armed Forces within the last 18 months.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Curiosity about how things are built and how processes can be improved
Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment
Ability to break down ambiguous problems into structured steps
Application of basic engineering principles to real-world scenarios
Strong observation skills and attention to detail
Comfort engaging with operators, asking questions, and gathering feedback
Clear communication of ideas, even when solutions are still being developed
SolidWorks experience preferred

Responsibilities

Design and improve a seal-tapping tool to increase durability and usability
Observe production to understand tool usage and operator challenges
Audit tooling and fixtures for condition, wear, and usage frequency
Review failure history to identify high-risk tools
Gather feedback from operators and maintenance teams
Develop a prioritized list of tooling replacements and spare parts
Support creation of a preventive maintenance (PM) tracking system
Document required tools for each valve assembly (focus on DC valves)
Help develop standardized toolboxes by valve size
Conduct time studies to establish baseline cycle times
Identify inefficiencies such as wasted motion and delays
Recommend improvements to tooling, layout, and workflow
Create simple visuals and summaries to communicate findings
Create and edit CAD models, fixtures, or simple tooling concepts as needed
Assist with prototype builds, testing, and validation of tooling improvements
Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and shop floor problem-solving discussions
Provide general project support across Manufacturing Engineering initiatives