Tooling Engineering Intern

Florida Crystals / ASR Group • Boca Raton, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW
ASR Group -Tellus is seeking a Tooling Engineering Intern to support the design, prototyping, and testing of molded fiber products. This internship provides hands-on exposure to engineering, manufacturing, and product development in a fast-paced R&D environment.
Under the guidance of the Technical Director and Tooling Engineer, the intern will assist with day-to-day lab and tool shop activities, including CAD support, basic fabrication and inspection tasks, and product testing/documentation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (coursework, academic projects, co-ops, or internships considered)
• Working knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Demonstrated interest in manufacturing, product development, and hands-on engineering work
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings and interpret dimensions/tolerances (or willingness to learn)
• Comfortable working in both office and shop environments while adhering to safety procedures
• Ability to learn quickly, follow direction, and seek clarification when needed
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 pounds occasionally and perform work in a shop or plant environment

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to real-world product development and manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience with tooling, prototyping methods, and production equipment
• Opportunity to collaborate across Engineering, Operations, and R&D teams
• Practical understanding of how product design translates into manufacturable solutions

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering and R&D teams with tooling and molded-fiber product development activities
• Create, revise, and interpret CAD models/drawings (2D and 3D) with guidance from team members
• Prepare materials and components for fabrication and prototyping; support shop equipment operation (CNC, 3D printing, and hand tools) under supervision and in accordance with safety requirements
• Maintain tool shop organization, including materials, tooling components, and consumables
• Measure and inspect tooling parts for wear, fit, and basic quality requirements; document findings as needed
• Participate in product testing (fit, strength, performance); record observations and assist with documenting methods and results
• Support manufacturing trials and production runs by observing processes, identifying visible issues (e.g., defects, misalignment, tooling wear), collecting data, and assisting with basic troubleshooting
• Collaborate with engineers to incorporate testing and trial feedback into design iterations and continuous improvements
• Support project, trial, and tooling-change documentation by organizing files/drawings and maintaining accurate revision records (as directed)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern