Engineering Intern

Actalent; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent in Valencia, CA is seeking an Engineering Intern to perform routine engineering tasks on the manufacturing floor and assist Manufacturing and Production Engineers. You will support MRB, process analysis, and documentation creation, gaining hands-on experience toward a potential full-time role.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, data collection, and continuous improvement, with a typical daytime shift in a fully onsite setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately 1 year of manufacturing-related experience or engineering‑specific education.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and ability to review inspection reports.
• Ability to use micrometers and calipers.
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and interpreting drawings.
• Fundamental engineering knowledge in mechanical/manufacturing disciplines.
• Experience or familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Proficiency with data review and MS Office.
• Shop math: arithmetic, algebra, geometry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organized documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create clear, accurate work instructions and rework instructions for manufacturing.
• Perform ERP transactions to document production activities.
• Maintain and update engineering docs and redline orders.
• Support MRB processes by verifying quality rejections.
• Gather information on rejections and perform containment activities.
• Perform minor rework and touch-up tasks as directed.
• Assist in a variety of engineering activities and projects.
• Collect data on processes to aid analysis and continuous improvement.
• Pursue continued education to expand process knowledge.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.

Skills

Math skills

Written & verbal comms

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Intern

Job Description

This Engineering Intern role focuses on performing routine engineering tasks in a manufacturing environment while working closely with Manufacturing and Production Engineers. The intern supports engineering projects by assisting with material review board (MRB) activities, manufacturing process analysis, and the maintenance and creation of engineering documentation. This position offers an opportunity to begin an engineering career, gain hands‑on experience, and build a strong foundation that can lead to a full‑time role.

Responsibilities

• Create clear, accurate work instructions and rework instructions to support manufacturing operations.
• Perform ERP transactions efficiently and accurately to ensure proper documentation and tracking of production activities.
• Maintain and update engineering documentation, including redlining work orders and process paperwork as needed.
• Support the material review board (MRB) process by verifying and investigating quality rejections using problem‑solving and analysis tools.
• Gather detailed information related to quality rejections and perform containment activities to address nonconformances.
• Perform minor rework and touch‑up tasks on products as directed by engineering or production leadership.
• Assist in a variety of engineering activities, contributing to ongoing projects and process improvements.
• Collect and record data on manufacturing processes to support analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Pursue continued education and self‑development to expand knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, to support project and production goals.
• Record information in an organized and detailed manner to ensure accurate documentation and traceability.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately 1 year of manufacturing‑related experience and/or engineering‑specific education.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and manufacturing workflows.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and processes, including the ability to review inspection reports.
• Ability to use common inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Fundamental engineering knowledge in mechanical or manufacturing engineering disciplines.
• Experience or familiarity with SolidWorks or similar computer‑aided design (CAD) software.
• Proficiency with computers and software, including the ability to review data and spreadsheets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly for data review and documentation.
• Strong mathematics skills, including arithmetic, algebra, and geometry (shop math).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration in cross‑functional teams.
• High attention to detail with the ability to record information in an organized and accurate way.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in starting an engineering career and gaining practical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Motivation to grow technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry best practices.
• Willingness to learn and apply problem‑solving and analysis tools in quality and process‑related tasks.
• Ability to assist with minor rework and touch‑up activities under guidance from engineering and production staff.
• Comfort working both at a desk and on the manufacturing floor, adapting to a hands‑on engineering support role.
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering concepts through coursework or prior experience.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and support ongoing engineering projects.

Work Environment

The role is primarily based on a manufacturing floor, where the intern will spend most of the time working directly with production and engineering teams. A cubicle or desk space is provided for documentation, data analysis, and computer‑based tasks, but the position requires frequent presence on the shop floor to support processes and collect data. The typical schedule runs from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering a structured daytime work shift. The environment involves exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including machinery, production lines, and inspection areas, and requires appropriate attire suitable for a production setting. The role emphasizes collaboration, hands‑on learning, and close interaction with experienced engineers to support professional growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valencia, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.87/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Valencia,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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