Process Engineering Intern

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Process Engineering Intern to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for our current and next generation of autonomous products. In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers to improve production efficiency, optimize manufacturing processes, and support new product introductions. Your contributions will help drive quality, productivity, and operational scalability across our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency, quality, and operator ergonomics.
• Conduct time studies and analyze manufacturing cycle times to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve labor efficiency.
• Assist in developing and maintaining standard work instructions, process documentation, and visual manufacturing aids.
• Support production capacity studies, line balancing, and labor modeling to identify opportunities for throughput improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams to support new product introductions (NPI) and production ramp activities.
• Analyze production performance data, including cycle times, downtime, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with production line layouts, workstation design, and material flow improvements to optimize space utilization and manufacturing efficiency.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis, waste reduction, and process standardization.
• Support engineering projects from planning through implementation, including data collection, process trials, and validation of improvements.
• Work directly with production operators and technicians to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement practical solutions.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with an eagerness to learn from engineers, technicians, and production operators.
• Enthusiasm for hands-on engineering, manufacturing operations, and developing creative solutions to real-world challenges.

Technical Skills & Tools (Plus)

• Familiarity with time study techniques, predetermined motion time systems such as MOST or MODAPTS, or work measurement principles.
• Experience with Python, SQL, or Power BI.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts, standard work, line balancing, or capacity analysis.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks.