Engineering Intern: Lean Manufacturing & Industry 4.0

Generac Power Systems Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. invites motivated engineering students to join its Internship Program in Wisconsin.

The full-time, on-site roles run May/June to Aug/Sept 2027 at the Waukesha headquarters and Eagle, WI locations, offering hands-on projects in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Interns will gain experience with CAD tools, process mapping, capital expenditure justification, and cross-functional collaboration with Plant Operations and Corporate

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Understanding or working knowledge of Pro-E and/or AutoCAD experience.
• Microsoft Office experience (including Excel).
• Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across.
• Ability to work FULL-TIME during the Summer – 40 Hour Week; Potential for Work Over Breaks.
• Completion of Sophomore year.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate innovative technologies and breakthrough processes to accelerate competitive manufacturing.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures designed to eliminate waste and drive improvements in safety, quality, yield, scrap, productivity, and operating cost.
• Coordinate activities and implement standards across multiple facilities.
• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices, and processes.
• Collaborate with shop floor personnel to promote continuous improvement of manufacturing methods, systems, and controls.
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to recommend design improvements in support of DFM.
• Travels to other Generac facilities, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Generac Power Systems Inc. invites motivated engineering students to join its Internship Program in Wisconsin.

The full-time, on-site roles run May/June to Aug/Sept 2027 at the Waukesha headquarters and Eagle, WI locations, offering hands-on projects in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Interns will gain experience with CAD tools, process mapping, capital expenditure justification, and cross-functional collaboration with Plant Operations and Corporate