Manufacturing Engineering Intern
About The Position
DwyerOmega is seeking a motivated engineering student for a hands-on summer internship supporting manufacturing engineering. The intern will gain practical experience in product design, testing, validation, process documentation, and continuous improvement. The role will support production by updating work instructions to a newly designed format and transitioning controlled documents into implementation, as well as assisting with Kaizen events and other process-improvement activities. The internship is full-time, on-site in Michigan City or South Bend, Indiana, and runs from May through August 2027.
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.
- Work on meaningful, real-world projects.
- Learn from experienced mentors and industry experts.
- Develop teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Gain insight into business operations and how the department supports broader company goals.
- Participate in intern-focused programming designed to support career development and networking.
- Build a resume with a respected name in measurement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
