Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Seeking Rising Juniors with graduation dates of December 2028-May of 2029. The ITW Engineering Internship will be located at our Charlotte, NC facility from mid-May until beginning of August 2027.  This role will report to the Manufacturing Engineer on-site and work with the local operations staff. The internship projects/tasks will be critical to the support of the manufacturing and processing of welded baskets and other load-transfer concrete flatwork products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support new product & process implementation projects
• Assist with manufacturing process improvement, troubleshooting, and corrective actions
• Support ITW Safety Program initiatives and promote a safe working environment
• Create and modify CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation

Collaborate cross-functionally to support assigned engineering projects and manufacturing initiatives.

Expected Learnings:

• Learn about the overall manufacturing processes & daily operation of a manufacturing facility
• Learn about the process of new product implementation & debugging
• Learn about equipment work instruction, research, writing, and training
• Learn to collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, quality, and marketing departments
• Learn about ITW’s Business Model
• Develop project management and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• School Enrollment:  Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Engineering Program.  Mechanical Engineering coursework. Material Science & PLC Programming coursework is a plus.
• Rising junior status (completion of sophomore year prior to internship start).
• undefined Courses Preferred:  2D & 3D CAD skills preferred, good communication skills, inquisitive nature, and an interest in being “hands on”. Critical Thinking & Decision Making:  Ability to make logical and sound decisions and ability to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance. Curiosity & Learning Orientation:   Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job. Drive to Excel:   Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile.  Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges. Interpersonal Skills & communication:   Ability to work collaboratively and partner well with others, express oneself verbally and in writing, and listen well.
• Additional information
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; kneel; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is required to climb or balance.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
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