Intern - Digital Manufacuring Opetiations Engineer (Summer 2027)

Plexus Corp.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Plexus Corp. is seeking a Digital Manufacturing Operations intern to support optimization and enhancements in a high-volume production environment using digital technologies.

You will apply automation, data analytics, and simulation to improve efficiency, quality, and agility, contributing to real-world operational performance. The role involves learning Plexus processes and collaborating with teams, with opportunities for hands-on experience with specialized software and measurement tools.

Qualifications

• Student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering for the duration of internship.
• Experience in Solidworks, AutoCAD, and Lean Sigma.
• Proficient in Google Applications.
• Junior level status (preferred).
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analysis, development, and implementation of digital manufacturing solutions (e.g., automation scripts, data models, simulation scenarios).
• Gather, clean, and analyze manufacturing data to identify process bottlenecks and potential improvements. Helps verify the effectiveness of newly implemented digital tools.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, logging findings, results, and procedures in accordance with quality and change management guidelines.
• Complete project work to develop a foundational understanding of Plexus' Manufacturing processes, product requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Gather practical experience utilizing specialized software, test equipment, and measurement tools necessary for project execution and verification.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Lean Sigma

Job description

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate: $23 - $27/hr.

Overview

The role of the Digital Manufacturing Operations intern is to support the optimization and enhancement of manufacturing operations using advanced digital technologies. This role will apply tools such as automation, data analytics, and simulation to improve efficiency, quality, and agility in a high-volume production environment, directly contributing to real-world operational performance

Responsibilities

• Analysis, development, and implementation of digital manufacturing solutions (e.g., automation scripts, data models, simulation scenarios).
• Gather, clean, and analyze manufacturing data to identify process bottlenecks and potential improvements. Helps verify the effectiveness of newly implemented digital tools.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, logging findings, results, and procedures in accordance with quality and change management guidelines.
• Complete project work to develop a foundational understanding of Plexus' Manufacturing processes, product requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Gather practical experience utilizing specialized software, test equipment, and measurement tools necessary for project execution and verification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field for the entire duration of internship.
• Experience in Solidworks, AutoCAD, and Lean Sigma
• Proficient in Google Applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills

Physical Requirements

• N/A

Travel Requirements

• N/A

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.