Maintenance Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 - Smyrna, TN

Nissan Motor Corporation; Smyrna (TN); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nissan Motor Corporation in Smyrna, TN invites applicants for a Maintenance Engineering Intern position. You will support equipment reliability, process improvements, and manufacturing operations while contributing to projects that impact production performance and operational excellence.

The role offers hands-on experience with a skilled team in a fast-paced setting, focusing on OEE, Kaizen, and new equipment installation and validation.

Qualifikationen

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
• Junior, Senior, or Master's student starting the upcoming term.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; self-motivated and eager to learn.
• GPA 3.0 or above; transcript required during application.
• Ability to perform work onsite at Smyrna, TN.

Aufgaben

• Support projects to improve Operating Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance.
• Assist Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reliability.
• Support installation, startup, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Analyze equipment and process data to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams daily.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Initiative

Ausbildung

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechatronics

Related engineering field

Jobbeschreibung

Location(s): Smyrna, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program
Degree Level: Junior - Master's Level Students
Preferred Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field
Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Engineering Intern to join our team in Smyrna, TN. This internship offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled and experienced team of engineers in a fast-paced and ever-changing manufacturing environment. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting equipment reliability, process improvements, and manufacturing operations while contributing to projects that directly impact production performance and operational excellence.

A Day in the Life:

• Support projects focused on improving Operating Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance.
• Assist with Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Support the installation, startup, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Analyze equipment and process data to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support daily manufacturing operations and long-term improvement projects.

Who We're Looking For:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
• Students entering their Junior, Senior, or Master's program at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with the drive and willingness to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, sometimes with limited instruction.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Interest in manufacturing, equipment reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Smyrna, TN.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan's rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Smyrna Tennessee United States of America