Manufacturing Engineering Intern: Lean & Process

Dwyer Instruments, PTY; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance as needed

Mentorship from industry experts

Challenging real-world projects

Team collaboration and skill growth

Resume building with a respected name

Intern-focused programming

Job summary

DwyerOmega in San Marcos, CA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will analyze production processes, perform time studies, and support Lean and continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced environment, working Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm PST.

This hands-on internship collaborates with Production, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering to boost throughput and efficiency. You'll design tooling, update work instructions, and assist with equipment qualification

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/industrial/mechanical engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• CAD experience is a plus; capable of handling multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations by analyzing production processes and identifying improvements.
• Assist with productivity, quality, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve process efficiency.
• Create and update work instructions and manufacturing procedures.
• Participate in Lean and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with equipment qualification and process validation.
• Support root cause investigations for production and quality issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Lean Six Sigma

Engineering drawing interpretation

CAD experience

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/industrial/mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

DwyerOmega in San Marcos, CA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will analyze production processes, perform time studies, and support Lean and continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced environment, working Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm PST.

This hands-on internship collaborates with Production, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering to boost throughput and efficiency. You'll design tooling, update work instructions, and assist with equipment qualification