Process Engineering Intern

East Penn Manufacturing Company • Ann Arbor, MI

5d

About The Position

We are seeking a Process Engineering Intern to support manufacturing documentation and process improvement initiatives related to lithium-ion battery production. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the day-to-day operations of Li-ion battery manufacturing while contributing to critical documentation and standardization efforts. The intern will work closely with the Process Engineering team to develop and refine manufacturing documentation, including Sonobuoy Work Instructions and Manufacturing Documents. The position is designed to provide meaningful industry experience and may lead to opportunities for returning internships in future summers or potential direct hire opportunities post graduation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a STEM or Engineering degree (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field)
• Open to students of any academic year
• Interest in manufacturing, process engineering, or energy storage technologies
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with engineering teams
• To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) the employee must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Basic technical writing or engineering documentation experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Observe and learn daily manufacturing operations within the Li-ion battery production environment
• Work with engineers and manufacturing staff to document process steps, tooling, and operational standards
• Support process engineering initiatives that improve manufacturing consistency, efficiency, and documentation quality
• Organize and maintain controlled documentation for manufacturing processes
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements and standardization
• Communicate progress and collaborate with the engineering team throughout the project

Benefits

• At Navitas/East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.
• We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.
• We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.
• More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service.
• Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed