Engineering Co-op Intern

dtna; Byesville (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and transportation stipend

Professional development and events

Resume reviews/mock interviews

Employee resource groups

Company social events

Job summary

DTNA in Byesville, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support plant operations with process improvements, tooling and fixture design, and manufacturing projects that boost safety, quality and productivity. You’ll work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams on Lean initiatives and gain hands-on experience in machine design, plant layouts, and documentation.

The role offers exposure to Gage R&R, BOMs, time studies, and cross-functional collaboration, with potential for

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's program or recently graduated within 1 year.
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines.
• Familiar with CAD, machine design and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Draft and design tooling, fixtures, and workstations to support manufacturing needs and process improvements.
• Support industrial engineering studies, time studies, plant layouts and workstation development.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, vendors, and leadership on product specifications and process enhancements.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to analyze production issues and develop practical solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Hands-on manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related

Co-Op Internship program participation

Enrollment in related degree

Tools

AutoCAD

NX

MS Office (Excel/Access/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

Inside the Role

Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA's core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will support plant operations by assisting with process improvements, tooling and fixture design, and manufacturing engineering projects that enhance safety, quality, and productivity. This hands‑on role works closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to solve production challenges, support Lean initiatives, and help develop efficient manufacturing processes. Interns will gain exposure to machine design and fabrication, industrial engineering studies, plant layouts, workstation design, process documentation, statistical analysis, and equipment validation activities. The position offers valuable experience in a manufacturing environment, providing opportunities to collaborate across departments, participate in continuous improvement efforts, and develop a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and fuel system products.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Draft and design tooling, fixtures, and workstations to support manufacturing needs and process improvements.
• Conduct industrial engineering activities, including time studies, plant layouts, ergonomic assessments, and workstation development.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, vendors, and leadership on product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and process enhancements.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to analyze production issues and develop practical solutions for implementation.
• Support engineering activities related to plant layouts, equipment verification, precision machining, and gauging.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including routings, bills of materials (BOMs), and work instructions.
• Perform Gage R&R studies, machine qualifications, and statistical analysis to support quality and process performance.
• Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and fuel system products through hands‑on collaboration with production teams.
• Support innovation, machine design, fabrication, and continuous improvement initiatives through participation in Lean activities, workshops, and process enhancement projects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve plant objectives while promoting a strong culture of safety, operational excellence, and innovative problem-solving.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program or higher or recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date
• Must be part of a Co‑Op Internship program through your current college/university
• Must be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Ability to read and create electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD and NX.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, and assembly operations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a hands‑on manufacturing environment.

Exceptional Candidates Will Have

• Experience with CAD design, tooling, fixture, and workstation development.
• Familiarity with process documentation, including work instructions, routings, and bills of materials (BOMs).

Where We Work

• Byesville, OH US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type: Onsite

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