Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Methode Electronics • Rolling Meadows, IL

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will support manufacturing engineering initiatives at Methode Electronics’ Power Solutions Group, focusing on improving production processes, operational efficiency, and product quality. The role provides hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, including conducting time studies, analyzing production workflows, documenting processes, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. The intern will work closely with manufacturing engineers and production personnel on projects intended to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance manufacturing performance.

This is an ITAR-regulated facility. Candidates must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR, including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other protected individuals such as qualifying refugees and asylees. The position is intended for someone currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field; rising junior, senior, or graduate students are preferred.

The role involves work in a manufacturing environment. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds; perform frequent hand motions and repetitive tasks, including computer typing; occasionally reach immediately and overhead; frequently stand and walk for varying amounts of time; squat or bend; and occasionally climb stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Methode offers U.S. employees medical, dental, vision, hearing, life, and disability insurance; educational assistance; paid time off; voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance; discount programs; an Employee Assistance Program; and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan, which includes a company contribution.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR, including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other protected individuals such as qualifying refugees and asylees.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data and communicate findings effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to document processes accurately.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams and production personnel.
• Interest in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, process optimization, and industrial operations.

Nice To Haves

• Rising junior, senior, or graduate student preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies to evaluate production cycle times, labor utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Observe and document manufacturing processes, including assembly and machining operations.
• Analyze production workflows to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities.
• Assist with developing and updating standard work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing procedures.
• Collect and analyze production data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support projects focused on reducing waste, improving throughput, and optimizing labor utilization.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, and operators to understand production challenges and recommend solutions.
• Assist with evaluating workstation layouts, tooling, and equipment utilization.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings, project progress, and recommendations.
• Perform other duties and support additional engineering projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, hearing, life, and disability insurance
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off benefits
• Voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance coverage
• Discount programs for certain technology, automotive, and home appliance products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) plan with a company contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern