Process Engineer Intern

Gotion, Inc. • Manteno, IL

26d • $1 - $20

About The Position

The Process Engineer Intern will support the manufacturing engineering team in developing, improving, and sustaining production processes. This role provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, process optimization, equipment introduction, and quality control systems. The intern will work closely with engineers and production teams to support new equipment ramp-up, resolve process issues, and analyze manufacturing data.
This is a 10-week internship program offered from June 2026 to August 2026. The expected pay for this position is $20/hr.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in: Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrochemistry, Physical Materials, Or a related engineering discipline
• Basic understanding of manufacturing and process engineering principles.
• Strong interest in process improvement, data analysis, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data with attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to quality systems or manufacturing standards (e.g., IATF 16949, Control Plans, PFMEA, SPC).
• Familiarity with basic quality tools (e.g., 7 QC tools, 8D, or Six Sigma concepts).
• Coursework or basic knowledge related to lithium-ion batteries or cell manufacturing processes.
• Internship or academic project experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manufacturing team in evaluating and defining process flows, equipment selection, and technical documentation for new or existing production lines.
• Support engineering and technical activities during production trial runs, equipment installation, debugging, validation, and early-stage ramp-up.
• Help compile, update, and review process documentation, including process flowcharts, work instructions, and process standards.
• Participate in identifying and resolving on-site process issues on the production line, under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in tracking quality issues and maintaining documentation to help prevent recurrence.
• Support evaluation and verification of new equipment, tools, and technologies for manufacturing processes.
• Assist in planning and conducting process experiments, including data collection, basic analysis, and report preparation.
• Participate in training activities and knowledge-sharing sessions for production line employees.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern