Co-Op, Manufacturing Engineering

Precision Castparts; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support product development, process improvement, and daily production activities at our Irvine, CA facility.

Responsibilities include analyzing production data, developing tools to improve throughput, and assisting MRB investigations; requires pursuit of a mechanical engineering degree and strong CAD/Excel skills, with a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Currently an undergrad pursuing a B.S. in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and manufacturing instructions, blueprints.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• CAD experience, SolidWorks preferred.
• Analyze workforce utilization and optimize workspace for efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication; report writing.
• U.S. Person or ability to obtain export authorization.
• Available to work at least 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify trends and develop solutions.
• Provide process control instructions and data collection.
• Investigate root causes and participate in MRB activities.
• Update production routing with cost changes.
• Support continuous improvement projects to boost throughput and reduce defects.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivated

Reading blueprints

Statistical understanding

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related fields

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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.