Manufacturing Engineering Intern - CAD & Process Optimizer

Wheatland Tube, LLC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship

Professional development opportunities

Networking events

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Niles, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for the May 24, 2027–August 13, 2027 internship. You will support layout planning, process optimization, and continuous improvement across the plant, working with the Department Manager, Maintenance, and cross-functional teams.

This is a full-time, on-site internship that offers hands-on experience with CAD tools, data analysis, and industrial engineering methods, with opportunities for future internships or full-time

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• CAD or drafting experience a plus (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
• Available to travel for the Internship Summit.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design layouts for plant efficiency using CAD tools and drafting software.
• Analyze workflows and material movement to generate scale drawings for optimal personnel and equipment placement.
• Establish and support labor standards using work measurement programs and time study analysis.
• Collect and analyze operational data to improve process effectiveness and plant layout.
• Lead or assist in continuous improvement projects to enhance quality, throughput, and cost savings.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes, equipment functionality, and standard methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of net yield loss.
• Maintain and enhance documentation such as work instructions, routings, and blueprints.
• Analyze prime net yield and other performance indicators to support profitability initiatives.
• Conduct experiments to optimize operations and report findings to the management team.
• Promote and follow healthy and safe work practices in accordance with Zekelman policy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Excel

Job description

Zekelman Industries in Niles, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for the May 24, 2027–August 13, 2027 internship. You will support layout planning, process optimization, and continuous improvement across the plant, working with the Department Manager, Maintenance, and cross-functional teams.

This is a full-time, on-site internship that offers hands-on experience with CAD tools, data analysis, and industrial engineering methods, with opportunities for future internships or full-time