Welding Engineering Summer College Internship

Kubota Corporation • Gainesville, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kubota Manufacturing of America (KMA) is a leading manufacturing company located in Gainesville and Jefferson, Georgia, specializing in the production of tractors, turf equipment, and utility vehicles. Our journey began in 1988 with just 60,000 square feet of space and a dedicated team of 35 employees focused on creating implements for tractors imported from Japan. Today, we have grown exponentially, expanding our facilities to over 3 million square feet and employing approximately 2,600 talented individuals across three campuses in Gainesville and Jefferson, Georgia. At KMA, we are committed to excellence and innovation, continually enhancing our operations to deliver high-quality products to the market.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or Welding Engineering Technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and contribute to engineering projects.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be actively pursuing a related degree throughout the internship period.
• Expected graduation date must be December 2027 or later.
• Candidates who have already graduated or who will graduate before December 2027 are not eligible.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with welding processes such as MIG, TIG, Resistance, GMAW and RSW (both semi-automatic and automatic) or Robotic Welding.
• Basic understanding of welding metallurgy and weld inspection techniques.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments, engineering projects, or laboratory work.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of fabrication, blueprint reading, or GD&T principles.
• Interest in automotive, agricultural, or heavy equipment manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and validation of welding processes and procedures.
• Support engineers in analyzing product specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Participate in welding trials and process improvement activities.
• Assist with implementing process enhancements that improve quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Support the creation, review, and maintenance of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
• Assist in documenting welding procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Help maintain accurate engineering records and technical documentation.
• Participate in the review and update of welding-related work instructions.
• Assist with weld inspections and quality verification activities.
• Support investigations into welding defects and process variation.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with the Training Department to support welder onboarding and certification activities.
• Assist in preparing training materials and documentation related to welding processes.
• Help track training records and certification requirements.
• Support continuous learning initiatives within welding operations.
• Collaborate with Welding Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers on process improvement projects.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving welding operations.
• Assist in evaluating equipment, tooling, and production methods.
• Support data collection and analysis related to welding performance metrics.
• Participate in engineering meetings, training sessions, and project reviews.
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering personnel.
• Research welding technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Complete special projects and assignments as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern