Manufacturing Engineering Intern

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC • Michigan City, IN

3d • $22 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

DwyerOmega is seeking an engineering student for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering internship supporting production and continuous improvement. The intern will update work instructions to a newly designed format and transition controlled documents into implementation, as well as support Kaizen events. The role offers experience with product design, testing, validation, process improvement, and technical documentation. The internship runs January through April 2027 and is full-time, onsite in Michigan City or South Bend, Indiana.

Requirements

• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a two-year or four-year college or university program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivation and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• A major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to design and build test and calibration equipment for new and existing products.
• Improve productivity through ergonomic evaluations, time studies, simulations, and line balancing.
• Conduct cost analysis to support manufacturing decisions.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, and work instructions.
• Update work instructions to a newly designed format and transition controlled documents into implementation.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and assembly flow.
• Support quality control initiatives and continuous improvement efforts, including Kaizen events.
• Assist with PLC, HMI, and robotic programming, as applicable.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance as needed.
• Meaningful, real-world project experience.
• Mentorship from experienced mentors and industry experts.
• Opportunities to develop teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Insight into business operations and how the department supports broader company goals.
• Intern-focused programming designed to support career development and networking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed