Manufacturing Engineering Intern

FleetPride•Grapevine, TX

15h

About The Position

FleetPride is the largest after-market distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in the U.S. with some of the best and brightest people in the business! Partner with the best in the heavy-duty industry and apply today!

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related technical field
Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Coursework or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Process Optimization
Exposure to assembly, welding, and machining operations used in axle and suspension component production, through academic labs, prior internships, or cooperative education programs
Experience with data analysis tools such as Minitab, MATLAB, or Excel VBA

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of process improvements and manufacturing equipment upgrades
Collect and analyze production data to identify areas for process optimization and waste reduction
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles
Create and update manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for quality or performance issues
Assist with time studies, tooling evaluations, and equipment layout design in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Collaborate with operations teams to improve equipment reliability and uptime
Ensure all project activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Model professionalism and accountability
Other duties as necessary