Technical Intern

ZF Group•North Mankato, MN

2d•$19 - $26

About The Position

At ZF Off-Highway Solutions, our Manufacturing Engineering Team drives innovation and efficiency in production operations. By combining technical expertise with creative problem-solving, we optimize processes and ensure the delivery of high-quality products.Through collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, we remain committed to maintaining ZF Off-Highway Solutions as a leader in engineering excellence and operational success. What you can look forward to as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern: • Develop and refine production processes, including creating routings, quality control plans, work instructions, and handling processes.• Collaborate on engineering change notices (ECNs) to improve production methods and update documentation as needed.• Conduct detailed costing of assembly processes, tools, and equipment using advanced software like Micro Estimating.• Lead or assist in Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) sessions to identify and mitigate potential issues.• Design efficient layouts for equipment and workspaces, maximizing workforce utilization and workflow.• Work with vendors and suppliers to evaluate and recommend equipment, materials, or parts based on specifications and quality standards.• Perform time and motion studies to establish production standards and recommend methods for improving efficiency.• Lead or support problem-solving sessions, including root cause analysis and troubleshooting, to enhance production processes.• Innovate and implement product-specific fixturing and automation systems to improve throughput and reduce costs.• Support assembly departments with tooling design, equipment testing, and addressing any environmental or safety concerns.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical and numerical data.
Proficiency in presenting information and responding to inquiries from managers, vendors, and customers.
Knowledge of advanced mathematical concepts and their practical applications in engineering.
Proficiency in English for technical documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine production processes, including creating routings, quality control plans, work instructions, and handling processes.
Collaborate on engineering change notices (ECNs) to improve production methods and update documentation as needed.
Conduct detailed costing of assembly processes, tools, and equipment using advanced software like Micro Estimating.
Lead or assist in Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) sessions to identify and mitigate potential issues.
Design efficient layouts for equipment and workspaces, maximizing workforce utilization and workflow.
Work with vendors and suppliers to evaluate and recommend equipment, materials, or parts based on specifications and quality standards.
Perform time and motion studies to establish production standards and recommend methods for improving efficiency.
Lead or support problem-solving sessions, including root cause analysis and troubleshooting, to enhance production processes.
Innovate and implement product-specific fixturing and automation systems to improve throughput and reduce costs.
Support assembly departments with tooling design, equipment testing, and addressing any environmental or safety concerns.