Manufacturing Engineer Intern

NEW LEADER MANUFACTURING•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern position will support the Manufacturing Engineering Team through various projects and daily tasks. This opportunity is ideal for students seeking a co-op experience. We are looking for candidates who can work part-time or full-time during the fall semester and full-time during the summer, or full-time during the summer and part-time or full-time during the spring semester.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related field, required.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret manufacturing and engineering documents.
Must be team oriented and possess strong analytical skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel).
Good understanding of manufacturing processes required, including fabrication, weld and assembly.
Must be results oriented, energetic, proactive, and a team player.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate to all levels within an organization.
Ability to effectively decompose a costing to identify the root cause(s) of costs and to present information succinctly for discussion with senior management.
When working with less than perfect information, the ability to make appropriate assumptions and backup the assumptions with data.

Nice To Haves

Formalized training or experience in "design for manufacturing" preferred.
Formalized training or experience in 3D modeling and drafting (Solidworks Preferred)

Responsibilities

Design manufacturing aids such as weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, and material handling devices.
Update Engineering Designs and Drawings to improve product manufacturability.
Participate in Continuous Improvement projects that improve Safety, Quality or Efficiency.
Perform inspections on production parts and fixtures to determine root cause of issues and validate design tolerances.
Gather data for problem solving and new process development projects.
Utilize technical skills/knowledge to improve the production capabilities of the manufacturing facility.
Test and evaluate products, or processes and implement changes to improve performance and reliability.
Work with cross-functional team members, providing engineering support to resolve technical problems.
Analyze technical problems related to the development of new or existing products or processes and recommend solutions.
Develops, prepares and/or reviews engineering plans and designs for the manufacturing facility that pertains to plant layout and/or equipment improvements.
Develops, prepares and reviews reports and studies to identify and recommend engineering solutions.
Performs engineering inspections of systems operations and of structures and facilities during construction.
Demonstrates a good attendance record; is aware of the impact that missing work will have on the customer as well as co-workers.
Completes goals/projects on time or ahead of schedule.
Responds to work assignments and requests by being cooperative and available.
Follows through and meets commitments.
Available as a resource to subordinates and/or peers.
Follows safety procedures, protocols, policies, and adheres to all SAFESTART concepts, and acts when others are not holding themselves accountable.
Act Like an Owner. Leads by example and takes ownership in everything you do and or say. If you see something, say something and follow through until it's right. Treats others with respect and kindness.
Be Interested. Stay Interested. Isn’t complacent. Seizes opportunities to learn by participating in activities to increase understanding.
Create Change. Start With Yourself. Asks "why", is open-minded, and challenges the status quo. Leads and supports changes for the sake of improvement.
Seek New Perspectives. Seeks new perspectives from all available sources to challenge your own, and brings them into your decision making process. Involves all stakeholders in making decisions. Is open to input from all sources.
Fail Fast. Learn Fast. Considers long and short-term outcomes when making decisions. Is fearless. Readily admits mistakes.