Intern - Industrial Engineering

Hitachi Rail Limited; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Industrial Engineering based in Batesburg, SC. The role spans administrative to strategic tasks within a fast-paced environment, with real‑world projects and mentorship opportunities.

The position offers paid internship status and exposure to urban transit and signaling systems, aligning with Hitachi Rail's global leadership in digital transformation and innovation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• Current junior or senior at a 4-year university with graduation between Dec 2027 and Dec 2028.
• Ability to commit to 40 hours per week onsite.
• Experience with manufacturing environments and BOMs/Routings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support or independently resolve issues related to product safety and manufacturing processes.
• Assist team members and contribute to project tasks as a manufacturing representative.
• Research, plan, and implement manufacturing process improvements or new processes.
• Create written instructions and provide clear oral instructions to teammates.
• Use MS Windows and MS Office to document and communicate results.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Manufacturing experience (general)

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Junior or Senior year, 4-year university

Tools

BOMs & Routings

MS Windows & Office

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting‑edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi‑cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description:

Hitachi Raili s looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Intern – Industrial Engineering who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.

At Hitachi Rail, we’re creating a legacy that spans the globe – and we want YOU to be part of it.
What’s in it for you?
Real‑world projects with top industry talent
Paid internship
Mentorship and intern events
A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation

Hitachi Rail provides signaling systems for metros and light rail systems. Our solutions provide efficient, safe and green transportation solutions for people around the world. This position offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of urban transit. You will gain hands‑on experience while providing valuable support to your team. By working in this role, you will gain insight into the realm of mobility, significantly enhancing your understanding of Hitachi’s missions and impact.

We’re looking for eligible students to join Hitachi Rail! Hiring for May 2027 through August 2027.

Accountabilities

• Support or individually resolve issues related to product safety, manufacturing production processes, serve as a technical advisor to suppliers and actively participate in product development projects as a manufacturing representative.
• Assist other colleagues as a constructive team member to ensure the success of the task at hand.
• Research, plan and implement manufacturing process improvements or new processes.
• Refine and cost reduce manufacturing processes and products.
• Able to manage, organize and prioritize tasks.
• Able to create written instructions and clearly and accurately provide oral instructions.
• Computer proficient in current MS Windows operating system and applications such as MS Office.
• All efforts will have a significant effect on quality, delivery, cost, and manufacturing efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficient with Microsoft 360 applications-Word, Excel, Teams
• Experience working with or creating BOMs and Routings for components
• Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing environment (e.g. printed circuit board manufacturing and assembly. electromechanical assembly, casting, forging, machining, tooling, and fixture design)
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week onsite

Desired Skills & Experience

• Takes initiative and are freethinking with passion for continuous improvement
• Knowledge of LEAN/Sigma continuous improvement methodology
• Demonstrated experience creating visual work instructions

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or other appropriate Engineering science disciplines with preference for Electrical Engineering
• Current Junior or Senior at a 4‑year university with a graduation date between December 2027 and December 2028.

Languages:

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

In accordance with the DOT's FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi's substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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