Manufacturing Engineering Intern — Lean Design & CAD

Parker Hannifin; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin’s Fluid Control Division in Madison, MS, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for a 4-month, 40-hour work week starting September 2026. The role blends mechanical engineering fundamentals with hands‑on fixture design, lean projects, and collaboration with shop personnel to drive value in production processes.

Applicants should be engineering students (junior/senior) comfortable with Inventor CAD, blueprints, and basic troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical systems, plus MS

Qualifications

• Current Engineering student, preferably Junior or Senior year.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as Inventor for basic tooling design/blueprint reading.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Some knowledge of machining operations.
• Clear, concise communication style.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.
• Lean knowledge would be helpful for shop floor responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Value Stream Managers and Manufacturing Engineers with lean projects.
• Design fixtures with 3D modeling in Inventor and create detailed drawings.
• Purchase hardware and work with machinists to fabricate fixturing.
• Develop standard work and visual aids.
• Learn basic troubleshooting for fixturing and valve test equipment.

Skills

Inventor CAD

Microsoft Office

Machining operations

Troubleshooting mechanics/electrical

Lean knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Engineering student (Junior or Senior)

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Parker Hannifin’s Fluid Control Division in Madison, MS, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for a 4-month, 40-hour work week starting September 2026. The role blends mechanical engineering fundamentals with hands‑on fixture design, lean projects, and collaboration with shop personnel to drive value in production processes.

Applicants should be engineering students (junior/senior) comfortable with Inventor CAD, blueprints, and basic troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical systems, plus MS