Engineering Intern - Manufacturing

MAHLE; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 134,000 - 268,000; Part time

Job summary

MAHLE is seeking a student engineer for an on-site internship in Arkansas. The role involves assisting with CAD layouts, process improvements and manufacturing documentation while gaining exposure to engines and machining in a real plant setting.

The candidate should be enrolled in a four-year engineering program, be 1–3 years from graduation, and demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and strong communication skills. Salary is based on degree standing and hours are part-time.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a four-year engineering program and 1–3 years from graduation.
• Experience with Excel, programming languages, AutoCAD and Inventor preferred.
• Willingness to work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and statistical methods is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of process prints, future cell layouts and CAD layouts.
• Support process improvements and cost reduction projects.
• Assist engineers with fixture design, tooling and accessories.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing teams and problem solving activities.
• Create Manufacturing Instructions, Standard Work and Training Documents.
• Support time studies, routings, SAP data maintenance, and cross functional communication.

Skills

Excel

Programming languages

AutoCAD

Inventor

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Initiative

Problem solving

Machining experience

Education

Four-year engineering program

Tools

Excel

AutoCAD

Inventor

Programming languages

Job description

• Must be enrolled in four-year engineering program. Must be 1-3 year away from graduation.
• Experience with software such as Excel, Programming languages, AutoCAD, Inventor is preferred. Hands on experience with engines and machining are preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to work in a plant/manufacturing environment
• Preferred Worked with or exposure to manufacturing processes for:
• Knowledge of statistical methods as applied to experimental design and process development
• Demonstrated leadership in field of study, extracurricular activities, or service organizations
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization and external contacts related to work assignments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
• Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, take initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability, and trust
• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Must be enrolled in four-year engineering program. Must be 1-3 year away from graduation.
• Experience with software such as Excel, Programming languages, AutoCAD, Inventor is preferred. Hands on experience with engines and machining are preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to work in a plant/manufacturing environment
• Preferred Worked with or exposure to manufacturing processes for:
• Knowledge of statistical methods as applied to experimental design and process development
• Demonstrated leadership in field of study, extracurricular activities, or service organizations
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization and external contacts related to work assignments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
• Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, take initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability, and trust
• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following

• Assist in development of process prints, future cell layouts and moves – CAD Layouts
• Assist in process improvements and cost reduction projects
• Assist engineers with design and implementation of fixtures, tooling, accessories, etc
• Participate and/or lead problem solving activities
• Assist engineers with creating Manufacturing Instructions, Standard Work & Training Documents
• Participate in Lean manufacturing teams
• Conduct time studies and help with routings
• Data entry and maintenance of engineering items within SAP operating system
• Confer with engineers, production personnel, maintenance, or others to resolve machine problems or malfunctions
• Must be able to work effectively with operators and other manufacturing support staff to solve problems and improve productivity
• Create flow charts, spreadsheets, and presentations in support of staff projects.
• Lean process analysis and value stream mapping.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Closing Date: 10/24/2025 I Weekly Working Hours: 20-25 I Salary: Based on standing in degree