Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Improve and manage manufacturing processes to optimize the use of employees, machinery, and assets.
• Design and implement new processes and tooling for new products, including research and purchasing assessments.
• Perform operational studies, including time studies, productivity standards, and operational needs analysis.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure process controls and safety compliance.
• Develop training materials and conduct training on process control activities and standard operating procedures.
• Study material flow and operations sequences to maximize workflow and spatial utilization.
• Manage improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including developing VSMs and scheduling Kaizen events.
• Support the design of prototypes or modifications to existing products and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or a current student with at least three years of completed coursework.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.
• Strong mathematical proficiency in statistical analysis, sampling theory, and data-driven problem-solving.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and write professional reports and manuals.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Experience with Solid Modeling and 3D design.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as heavy equipment manufacturing, welding technology, or materials technology.

About the Company

Chromalox builds advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications. As part of the Spirax Group, we provide electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters, heat tracing, and specialized component technologies.