Intern, Manufacturing Engineer (QA)

SPX Cooling Technologies; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

SPX Cooling Technologies invites students to join its paid summer internship program at the Olathe, KS facility. You will gain hands-on experience, learn from subject-matter experts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams dedicated to improving manufacturing processes.

In this internship, you will work with plant engineers, production, and quality teams to document processes, train personnel, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer/Electrical Engineering.
• Programming experience, preferably in VBA, C++, etc.
• Candidates must have completed their second year of studies and maintain a 3.0+ GPA.
• Company will not provide sponsorship of position - must be eligible to work in US.

Responsibilities

• Work with plant engineers to evaluate, develop and document processes.
• Help perform training of personnel in such processes.
• Work with Production to understand current state; use this knowledge to generate changes that result in error proof processes.
• Support and work with the Quality team to reduce errors that lead to customer complaints.
• Perform audits of Quality processes and Management System elements. Generate reports detailing any deficiencies identified.
• Support the overall continuous improvement projects of SPX at the Olathe manufacturing Plant.

Skills

Programming experience

Problem solving

Self-direction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Computer or Electrical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact.

Would like you to join our paid summer internship program.You'll gain hands‑on experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with plant engineers to evaluate, develop and document processes.
• Help perform training of personnel in such processes.

• Work with Production to understand current state; use this knowledge to generate changes that result in error proof processes.
• Support and work with the Quality team to reduce errors that lead to customer complaints.
• Perform audits of Quality processes and Management System elements. Generate reports detailing any deficiencies that were identified.
• Support the overall continuous improvement projects of SPX at the Olathe manufacturing Plant

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience and Education

• Currently Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer/Electrical Engineering
• Programming experience, preferably in VBA, C+, etc
• Candidates must have completed their second year of studies
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

• High problem‑solving skills and self‑direction

• Company will not provide sponsorship of position - must be eligible to work in US

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical hands‑on experience with Microsoft Office products

Travel & Working Environment

• Manufacturing Environment frequently requires use of foot, ear and eye protection when in production areas
• Ability to climb, stoop, crouch and crawl
• Ability to lift/move up to 25lbs occasionally

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well‑being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.