Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

GOTAFE; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

GOTAFE in Sacramento, CA is seeking a placement-oriented engineer-in-training to support teams in solving complex problems and delivering precise drawings. You will create 3D models, help with process improvements, and ensure production requirements are well-documented and met while adhering to safety standards and quality audits.

This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and reliable follow-through. Join GOTAFE to contribute to ongoing engineering projects and gain hands-on experience in a

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multitasking and follow-up skills.
• Detail-oriented and well organized.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with 3D modeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and expertise to solve challenging engineering problems.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings.
• Participate in process improvement planning within a team environment.
• Help build and maintain a Royal Electric Library of resources and systems.
• Create 3D models to support product completion and documentation.
• Interface with internal teams and suppliers to ensure production requirements are met and documented.
• Comply with safety regulations in the shop.
• Assist in quality audit processes including planning, execution, reporting, and follow‑up.
• Ensure products are defect‑free, produced timely, and cost‑efficient.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Independent work

3D modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education

Tools

3D modeling software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Provide support and expertise to solve challenging engineering problems.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings.
• Participate in process improvement planning within a team environment.
• Help build and maintain a Royal Electric Library of resources and systems.
• Create 3D models to support product completion and documentation.
• Interface with internal teams and suppliers to ensure production requirements are met and documented.
• Comply with safety regulations in the shop.
• Assist in quality audit processes including planning, execution, reporting, and follow‑up.
• Ensure products are defect‑free, produced timely, and cost‑efficient.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multitasking and follow‑up skills internally and externally.
• Detail‑oriented and well organized.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with 3D modeling.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range: $22 to $27.