Manufacturing Engineering Intern

CPM Animal Feed & Oilseed Solutions; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on engineering experience

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Competitive internship compensation

Job summary

CPM Animal Feed & Oilseed Solutions is seeking an enthusiastic Engineering Intern to join their Industrial Solutions team in Harlan, Iowa. This internship offers hands-on experience with engineering documentation, BOMs, and facility layout projects in a manufacturing setting.

Interns will collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams while gaining valuable insights into manufacturing processes. A competitive compensation package based on experience and academic standing is provided.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related.
• Basic understanding of engineering documentation, BOMs, and drawings.
• Experience or exposure to CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify Bills of Materials (BOMs) for roller shell assemblies.
• Complete print comparison for documentation consistency.
• Assist with layout planning of the South Building assembly area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Effective communication skills

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor)

Job description

Position Summary

CPM Holdings, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Engineering Intern to support engineering, drafting, and manufacturing layout initiatives within the Industrial Solutions business unit in Harlan, Iowa. This internship provides hands‑on experience working with engineering documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), part drawings, and facility layout projects in a manufacturing environment. The intern will partner closely with engineering, operations, and inventory teams to support year‑end inventory targets and documentation standardization efforts.

Location: Harlan, IA

Business Unit: Industrial Solutions

Job Type: Internship

Reports To: Quality Manager

About CPM Holdings

CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. Founded in 1883, CPM operates across multiple industries including agriculture, food, bioenergy, and advanced materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and modify Bills of Materials (BOMs) for roller shell assemblies to support inventory accuracy and year‑end inventory level targets
• Complete print comparison and rationalization for non‑CPM supplied parts to ensure documentation consistency and alignment
• Develop and update engineering drawings for Carlson part numbers (non‑CPM parts)
• Assist with layout planning and organization of the South Building assembly area, supporting efficient assembly flow and space utilization
• Create new engineering prints for non‑CPM part numbers (including dies and roller assemblies) using the CPM title block and drafting standards
• Collaborate with engineering and operations team members to ensure drawings and BOMs align with manufacturing and inventory needsSupport additional engineering or documentation‑related projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related discipline)
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
• Experience with or exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar) preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Effective communication skills and willingness to learn in a hands‑on manufacturing environment

Learning Opportunities

• Practical experience supporting real‑world manufacturing and inventory initiatives
• Exposure to engineering documentation standards within a global manufacturing organization
• Collaboration with cross‑functional teams including engineering, operations, and inventory
• Opportunity to build foundational skills applicable to future engineering roles

What We Offer

• Hands‑on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to CPM’s engineering standards, systems, and production processes
• Supportive learning environment with mentorship from experienced engineers
• Competitive internship compensation (based on experience and academic standing)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CPM Holdings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.