Manufacturing Engineering Intern

JLG Equipment Services • Houston, TX

111d • $18 - $37

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Houston, TX, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful projects that contribute directly to operational excellence within our assembly and production teams. This role focuses on assembly line optimization, quality control initiatives, and material flow studies with the goal of driving measurable improvements in efficiency, productivity, and worker performance. This internship provides hands-on experience in process analysis, time studies, and layout improvements, while also introducing you to lean manufacturing methodologies and the latest technical tools. You will gain exposure to real-world challenges in a production environment while contributing to long-term improvements that support our department's strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exposure to process optimization, time studies, or simulation software.
• Experience with Excel (macros), Power BI, or other data analysis tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly line optimization projects to reduce assembly time per unit.
• Support quality control initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing waste.
• Conduct material flow studies to identify bottlenecks and streamline processes.
• Perform time studies and process analysis to provide data-driven insights for improvements.
• Contribute to layout enhancements that enable better material handling and worker efficiency.
• Support the team in completing a backlog of continuous improvement projects and tasks.
• Bring fresh ideas and modern technical skills (Excel macros, Power BI, simulation software, etc.) to support innovation.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• People-first culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree