Internship - Engineering & Maintenance

Henkel; Scheemda; On-site; EUR 11,160 - 16,740; Full time

Job summary

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is seeking a proactive and motivated intern to join their Engineering and Maintenance team in Scheemda, Netherlands. This internship offers hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, engineering projects, and process optimization within a fast-paced industrial environment.

The role involves assisting with maintenance leadership, implementing predictive maintenance, and contributing to digital transformations. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Engineering, demonstrating strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering or related field program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support maintenance schedules and collaborate with technicians.
• Contribute to the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies

Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

Education

Pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Maintenance Management System

IoT sensors

Job description

About this Position

We are looking for a proactive and motivated intern to join our Engineering and Maintenance team at our manufacturing facility. This role offers a hands‑on opportunity to gain experience in equipment maintenance, engineering projects, and process optimization. The internship focuses on supporting the reliability of plant operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and digital transformation in a fast‑paced industrial environment.

What you’ll do

Support Maintenance Leadership and Asset Reliability

• Assist in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.
• Use data from the Maintenance Management System to monitor equipment performance and suggest optimizations.
• Support maintenance schedules for planned and unplanned repairs, collaborating with technicians to minimize downtime.

Digital Transformation in Engineering and Maintenance

• Contribute to the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, including IoT sensors, predictive analytics, and digital twins for maintenance and equipment monitoring.
• Collaborate on integrating new digital tools and software into maintenance workflows, enhancing real-time decision-making.
• Assist in the rollout and training of staff on digital platforms, ensuring smooth adoption and utilization.

Engineering and Technical Assistance

• Participate in plant modifications, upgrades, and new installations, incorporating digital solutions for enhanced system performance.
• Assist in root cause analysis for equipment failures and recommend solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work with the team on infrastructure improvement projects to support continuous production excellence.

Capital Investment and Project Management

• Collaborate on site capital investment projects, contributing to project planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Assist in evaluating project feasibility, ensuring alignment with long‑term operational and strategic goals.
• Support compliance with project management standards, emphasizing safety and environmental considerations.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, safety, quality, and other departments to align maintenance and engineering activities with operational needs.
• Support the coordination of activities to ensure plant schedules and quality standards are met.
• Assist in aligning local maintenance and engineering practices with global and regional strategies.

Continuous Improvement and Digital Transformation

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies.
• Assist in implementing Industry 4.0 technologies for predictive maintenance and process optimization.
• Contribute to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability projects, focusing on innovative solutions for reducing waste and improving equipment performance.

Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance

• Support compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations in all engineering and maintenance activities.
• Assist in risk assessments and the implementation of safety management systems.
• Promote a culture of safety by participating in safety audits and initiatives.