Graduate Engineering Trainee

About the Role

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by developing and improving manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures. Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. Analyze manufacturing processes, implement process improvements, and maintain engineering standards and documentation. Work closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure successful project execution and EHS compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes for New Product Introduction (NPI), documenting process changes, driving process / fixture improvements, driving lead and cycle time improvements, cost of quality (COQ), and Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) actions.
• Participate & Drive LEAN initiatives for process improvements.
• Develop and implement process improvements to reduce costs and product cycles.
• Maintain the manufacturing engineering system on part routing and standards.
• Design necessary fixtures and tooling for manufacturing NPI and for process improvements.
• Manage multiple projects by providing scheduling, resource management, budget control and EHS compliance.
• Interface with vendors and internal contacts to convey the technical and EHS perspective.
• Act as change agent, understanding and moving the operation toward world-class performance.
• Promote customer satisfaction and develop positive customer relationships.
• Participate in EHS related actions, to improve safety in own area.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Electronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to 1 year of relevant internship or industrial experience.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering fundamentals.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for reporting and documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, quality concepts through academic projects or internships is preferred.
• Internship or academic project experience in manufacturing, production, or quality engineering.
• Basic understanding of Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement tools.
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Positive attitude with strong ownership and collaboration skills.
• Desire for hands-on approach to resolving opportunities/issues.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exposure to Quality Management Systems (QMS), Lean, or Kaizen methodologies.