Co-Op, Manufacturing Engineering

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) Fasteners division in Irvine, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support product development, process improvements, and daily production activities.

You will analyze technical data, develop tools, and help implement efficiency gains in a high-precision environment. The role requires pursuing a mechanical engineering degree, CAD (SolidWorks) experience, and strong Excel/communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating instructions, blueprints, and procedures.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• SolidWorks CAD experience preferred.
• Able to analyze workforce utilization, space, workflow, and equipment layout for efficiency and safety.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and clear written/verbal communication.
• Familiar with inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers).
• U.S. Person or export authorization eligibility, and available to work at least 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support product development and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide process control instructions, standards, data collection, and feedback loops.
• Investigate root causes and support corrective actions through MRB processes.
• Update and standardize cost changes in routing and production data.
• Lead or assist continuous improvement projects to boost throughput and reduce defects.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Blueprint reading

Statistics basics

Attention to detail

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Opportunity ID: 23909

Country: United States of America

State / County: California

City: Irvine

Division: Fasteners

Company: SLC

Function: Engineering

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Intern

Business Profile

PCC Fasteners offers comprehensive product lines that cover virtually every aerospace fastening application, we produce fasteners, precision components, tooling, and engineered system solutions for the automotive, defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners products' manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership ensure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile

Headquartered in Irvine, CA, Shur-Lok manufactures fastening systems with superior locking devices for critical requirements including engine module assembly, structural assembly, rotor blade attachment, and aircraft engine shaft and spindle applications. Operations at the Irvine location include CNC Machining, Punch Press, Thread Rolling, Laser Marking, Heat Treating, NDT, and EDM.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern shall support the business in areas of product development; process improvement; daily production support; analyze and interpret technical data (engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, etc.); develop tools and other necessary processes and equipment to produce a high-quality product.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze production data and look for trends indicating potential problems and develop solutions.
• Provide process control systems in the form of instructions, standards, data collection, and feedback loops.
• Investigate Root Cause and develop corrective actions as part of the Material Review Board (MRB).
• Update and standardize cost changes in production routing.
• Develop and support continuous improvement projects aimed at optimizing production throughput, reducing costs, and eliminating defects.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related fields
• Ability to read documents such as safety rules, operating and manufacturing instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• CAD software experience (SolidWorks is preferred).
• Ability to analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and safety.
• Proven high level of creative problem-solving ability.
• Uses Inspection equipment: Calipers, Micrometers.
• Self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations.
• Must have the ability to reason and arrive at conclusions with minimum help and have a basic understanding of statistics.
• U.S. Person, or Ability to Obtain Export Authorization.
• Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $21 to $23 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. Employees will receive 0 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.