2027 Process Engineering Internship – Melt

Cagayan State University; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10-week internship program

Job summary

Cagayan State University is offering a 10-week summer internship in Monroe, NC, focused on manufacturing process engineering. You will work with Operations and Engineering to improve processes, build visual quality standards, and develop measurement tools for furnace tilt and alignment.

The role emphasizes data analysis and SOP development in a hands-on plant environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Materials Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with exposure to Excel,

Qualifications

• BS in a relevant engineering field with strong academic record
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred
• Interest in thermo-mechanical processing of metals
• Familiarity with Excel, Python, or Minitab/JMP for data analysis
• Knowledge of stress-strain behavior, microstructure-property relationships, and process modeling
• Ability to work in plant and shop-floor environments

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to improve manufacturing processes and quality
• Create visual standards for quality metrics on the shop floor and update operating requirements
• Develop measurement tools to check VAR furnace tilt and alignment to prevent furnace damage
• Identify process improvement opportunities during ESR startup to enhance consistency and performance
• Analyze process data to detect trends, improvement opportunities, and variation sources
• Develop or improve standard operating procedures to support consistent manufacturing execution
• Collaborate with teams to investigate process issues and develop practical solutions

Skills

Excel

Python

Minitab JMP

Data analysis

Thermo processing

Shop floor

Industrial engineering

Education

BS in Materials Science & Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Work alongside Operations and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes and quality consistency.
• Create visual standards for quality metrics on the shop floor and update operating requirements.
• Develop measurement tools to check VAR furnace tilt and alignment to prevent furnace damage.
• Identify process improvement opportunities during ESR startup to enhance consistency and performance.
• Analyze process data to detect trends, improvement opportunities, and sources of variation.
• Develop or improve standard operating procedures to support consistent manufacturing execution.
• Collaborate with teams to investigate process issues and develop practical solutions.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• B.S. or graduate candidate in Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong interest in thermo-mechanical processing of metals.
• Familiarity with Excel, Python, or Minitab/JMP for data analysis.
• Knowledge of stress-strain behavior, microstructure-property relationships, and process modeling.
• Ability to work in plant and shop-floor environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• 10-week summer internship program at Monroe, NC location.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing process engineering within ATI's Monroe VIM and Remelt operations.
• Exposure to nickel melting technologies including VIM, VAR, and ESR processes.
• Opportunities to develop standard operating procedures and visual standards.
• Collaboration with Operations and Engineering teams on impactful projects.
• Potential opportunity to transition into a full-time Process Engineer position after graduation.