Intern, Manufacturing Engineer

Wheatland Tube, LLC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship

Professional development opportunities

Networking events

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Niles, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for the May 24, 2027–August 13, 2027 internship. You will support layout planning, process optimization, and continuous improvement across the plant, working with the Department Manager, Maintenance, and cross-functional teams.

This is a full-time, on-site internship that offers hands-on experience with CAD tools, data analysis, and industrial engineering methods, with opportunities for future internships or full-time

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• CAD or drafting experience a plus (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
• Available to travel for the Internship Summit.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design layouts for plant efficiency using CAD tools and drafting software.
• Analyze workflows and material movement to generate scale drawings for optimal personnel and equipment placement.
• Establish and support labor standards using work measurement programs and time study analysis.
• Collect and analyze operational data to improve process effectiveness and plant layout.
• Lead or assist in continuous improvement projects to enhance quality, throughput, and cost savings.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes, equipment functionality, and standard methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of net yield loss.
• Maintain and enhance documentation such as work instructions, routings, and blueprints.
• Analyze prime net yield and other performance indicators to support profitability initiatives.
• Conduct experiments to optimize operations and report findings to the management team.
• Promote and follow healthy and safe work practices in accordance with Zekelman policy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Excel

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.Come build a career you believe in.About the RoleAs a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Sharon Tube (a division of Zekelman Industries), you will support projects that improve operational efficiency, productivity, and product quality across the plant. Working closely with the Department Manager, Maintenance team, and cross-functional departments, you'll assist with facility layout planning, process flow optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.Students at any stage of their academic journey are encouraged to apply. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with manufacturing systems, data analysis, and industrial engineering tools while exploring future internship and full-time career opportunities within Zekelman Industries.This is a full-time, on-site internship located at our facility in Niles, OH.The official Zekelman internship program runs from May 24, 2027 through August 13, 2027.This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to optimize systems, curious about manufacturing operations, and motivated to grow through hands-on learning in a fast-paced environment.What You’ll DoPlan and design layouts for plant efficiency using CAD tools and drafting softwareAnalyze workflows and material movement to generate scale drawings for optimal personnel and equipment placementEstablish and support labor standards using work measurement programs and time study analysisCollect and analyze operational data to improve process effectiveness and plant layoutLead or assist in continuous improvement projects to enhance quality, throughput, and cost savingsDevelop and refine manufacturing processes, equipment functionality, and standard methodsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of net yield lossMaintain and enhance documentation such as work instructions, routings, and blueprintsAnalyze prime net yield and other performance indicators to support profitability initiativesConduct experiments to optimize operations and report findings to the management teamPromote and follow healthy and safe work practices in accordance with Zekelman policyPerform other duties as assignedWho You AreCurrent college student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing EngineeringStrong analytical skills with a keen attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Office, especially ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentCAD or drafting experience a plus (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.)Available to travel for the Internship Summit, hosted at a Zekelman Industries locationWhat You’ll GetZekelman Industries offers a PAID internship experience with meaningful work, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact. Interns also enjoy:Hands-on experience improving manufacturing operations and systemsOpportunities to work directly with operations, quality, and engineering teamsAccess to company-wide networking events, team-building activities, and learning sessionsRegular feedback and mentorship to support your technical and career developmentParticipation in a company-wide Intern SummitZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/VWe are Zekelman Industries.We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.