Mechanical Engineer Intern

Pratt Industries•Conyers, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will be responsible for conducting product quality testing, analysis, and providing accurate and concise reports in support of product development and quality assurance. The goal of the internship is for the intern to become educated on the processes within the paper mills and use the knowledge gained to improve the process and end product. You can expect a local champion to provide mentorship and guidance throughout the internship.

Requirements

Enrolled in Paper Science, Mechanical, Chemical or Engineering related degree
Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Must possess a spirit of curiosity and willingness to learn and grow
Needs to be self-starter, be self-directed, take initiative to move forward with ideas, be committed and be able to work with and influence others.
The candidate must speak and write English at a college level.
The candidate must be able to understand and use simple conversions and algebraic formulas.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Follow safe practices at all times
Perform continuous assessment of product quality and operational efficiencies
Assist team to resolve operating problems with process, maintenance, and plant engineering support
Conduct statistical studies for operation review
Update and maintain Process Safety Information (PSI) such as P&ID’s and PFD’s, and Safe Operating Limit Documentation (SOL’s)
Must learn to quickly analyze data
Assist in writing standard operating procedures and training manuals
Provide engineering support to other departments as needed
Present to the department periodically and at the end of the internship