Engineering Intern: Lean Plant & Project Support

UP CAP; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UP CAP in De Soto, Kansas is seeking an engineering-focused role supporting plant operations. You will lead or assist technical work across engineering, maintenance, tooling, and troubleshooting to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing engineering, with project management experience and strong communication skills. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and coding are a plus. Familiarity with hand and power tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Plastics, Manufacturing, or equivalent).
• Project management experience, including familiarity with project management tools and software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize and communicate information clearly.
• Preferred experience in Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
• Preferred experience with coding and programming.
• Preferred experience with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support technical work and activities within the plant, including engineering, maintenance, tooling, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of plant infrastructure, systems, and equipment.
• Consistently reduce operational waste and costs.
• Exercise and advance Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Provide reliable technical support to the local plant and the organization.
• Perform in-depth analyses to understand system gaps and issues.
• Maintain updated and accurate plant layouts, floor plans, system schematics, and specifications.

Skills

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Coding & programming

Verbal and written communication

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing)

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

UP CAP in De Soto, Kansas is seeking an engineering-focused role supporting plant operations. You will lead or assist technical work across engineering, maintenance, tooling, and troubleshooting to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing engineering, with project management experience and strong communication skills. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and coding are a plus. Familiarity with hand and power tools is preferred.