Intern-Engineering

About the Role

The Engineering Intern will apply academic knowledge and develop practical engineering skills while supporting the Engineering department on a variety of projects and assignments. This position provides hands-on experience in engineering analysis, product testing, corrective action processes, and material handling equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and coordinate analytical activities within assigned areas of responsibility under the direction of a senior engineer.
• Assist the Engineering department with various projects, technical assignments, administrative tasks, and other departmental needs.
• Participate in a Lowest Cost of Ownership (LCO) project involving various models of material handling equipment.
• Assist with testing completed products, systems, and components to evaluate functionality, safety, durability, compliance, and overall performance.
• Analyze databases and performance trends to develop reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Work with suppliers to identify and acquire new parts for production based on engineering blueprints, specifications, and 3D imaging.
• Utilize the company’s ERP system to retrieve, review, correct, and enter data related to Bills of Materials (BOMs) and other Engineering-related functions.
• Review and analyze submitted corrective actions to evaluate implementation and effectiveness.
• Verify that corrective actions have been implemented at the factory. If not, follow up and resubmit the corrective action as necessary.
• Establish timelines and measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• If corrective actions are ineffective, resubmit recommendations supported by appropriate data.
• Identify additional corrective actions based on the analysis of product and component failure trends.
• Perform root cause analysis, when possible, to support corrective action recommendations.
• Develop a tracking system to document and monitor corrective actions and their effectiveness.
• Collect and analyze dealer maintenance data to identify cost drivers and expenses outside of standard warranty coverage.
• Participate in the building, assembly, and disassembly of forklifts, forklift components, and other material handling equipment.
• Responsibilities may include using hand and power tools, assembling equipment, and handling heavy components.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• CAD knowledge or experience preferred; Siemens NX experience is a plus.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, installation and process sheets, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools and pneumatic tools.
• Must use Torque wrenches.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to lift and handle assembly components weighing up to 50 pounds. Must also be able to operate or maneuver appropriate lifting devices for components weighing more than 50 pounds, including tires, motors, and pumps. These activities may be required up to several times per day.
• Must have a high mechanical aptitude to assist in the development, assemble and the ability to troubleshoot issues during the manufacturing process of our forklift products.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without Sponsorship now or in the future.