Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Layup; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Layup Parts is seeking Manufacturing Engineer Interns to design molds and tools, generate ply/kit data, and contribute to cost-down and DFM efforts as production scales. You will work hands-on with the team to identify bottlenecks and implement scalable improvements, while pursuing an Engineering degree and demonstrating initiative.

This role supports fast-paced manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and motorsports applications, with a culture that values teamwork and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
• Some background/experience in composites manufacturing; from school projects, hobbies, or prior work.
• Proficient in a professional CAD suite (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA) and able to create manufacturing drawings.
• U.S. Persons status is required for access to export controlled data.
• Understanding of composites lamination, machining, and 3D printing.
• Experience with other composites manufacturing methods like vacuum infusion (VARTM), compression molding, trapped rubber molding, and/or wet-layup.

Responsibilities

• Designing molds and tools for customer parts with documentation.
• Ply / kit generation from customer designs as well as projector data/programming.
• Customers production “cost down” and DFM efforts to help scale with growing quantities.
• Be hands on with production to understand issues and bottlenecks, and find scalable improvements.
• Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!

Skills

Mold design

DFM (Design for manufacturing)

Production support

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver composite parts faster. We’re not just another composites shop—we’re a technology‑first manufacturing startup that’s revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high‑tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success.

We design, machine, laminate, and build at industry‑leading speeds. Now we’re looking for highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer Interns who aren’t afraid to tackle challenges head‑on. We value initiative, teamwork, and a get‑it‑done attitude.

Rolling Applications Open Year‑Round

Whether you're looking for a Fall, Winter, Spring, or Summer internship, we’re accepting applications on a rolling basis. Join us for the season that fits your schedule and make a real impact on our fast‑moving team.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Designing molds and tools for customer parts with great documentation.
• Ply / kit generation from customer designs as well as projector data/programming.
• Customers production “cost down” and DFM efforts to help us scale and meet their needs as their quantities grow, owning their success.
• Be hands on with production to understand their issues and bottlenecks, find ways to make their job easier in scalable ways.
• Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!
• In pursuit of a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering.
• Some background/experience in composites manufacturing; e.g. from school project team, hobby, other work experience etc.
• Be proficient in a professional CAD suite (NX, SolidWorks, Catia, etc.) and be comfortable making professional drawings for manufacture.
• U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
• Have proficient understanding of designing for Composites lamination, machining, and 3D printing.
• Have experience in other composites manufacturing methods like vacuum infusion (VARTM), compression molding, trapped rubber molding, and/or wet‑layup.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Layup is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR.