Manufacturing Engineering Intern

GOTAFE; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Stock purchase plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Graco is seeking a student-intern for hands-on production support in machining and assembly. The role involves troubleshooting, process improvement suggestions, and participation in capital equipment evaluations, with clear opportunities to learn and grow within Graco’s manufacturing environment.

Requirements include pursuing a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering with a minimum 3.0 GPA, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide general production support for machining and assembly areas through hands‑on troubleshooting and technical assistance
• Assist in evaluating the need for machine and assembly area upgrades
• Participate in capital equipment justification as needed
• Review and analyze standards and operational layouts to suggest improvements
• Assist in the selection and implementation of tooling and fixtures for machining and assembly jobs
• Participate in cost of quality improvements, root cause analysis, and corrective action
• React to changing priorities in a timely manner
• Report man-hour estimates

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree candidacy in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or comparable program

Tools

AutoCAD

3D printing

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide general production support for machining and assembly areas through hands‑on troubleshooting and technical assistance
• Assist in evaluating the need for machine and assembly area upgrades
• Participate in capital equipment justification as needed
• Review and analyze standards and operational layouts to suggest improvements
• Assist in the selection and implementation of tooling and fixtures for machining and assembly jobs
• Participate in cost of quality improvements, root cause analysis, and corrective action
• React to changing priorities in a timely manner
• Report man-hour estimates

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or comparable Engineering program
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Mechanical aptitude and desire for hands‑on work

Accelerators include:

• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD
• Experience with 3D printers

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour, determined by location, skills, education, and experience
• Medical and dental benefits
• Stock purchase plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Career Progression

Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path, with opportunities to advance within current departments or explore new roles in different divisions. Managers provide support and guidance for ongoing career growth.