Manufacturing Engineering Internship - Automation & Industrial Engineering

Siemens España; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world impact

Mentorship

Learning opportunities

Innovation environment

Networking

Future opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Automation & Industrial Engineering to support continuous improvement, automation, and production optimization in a high-volume setting in Buffalo Grove, IL.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Production teams to improve productivity, reduce waste, and help implement automation technologies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical/Mechatronics/Automation).
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• 40 hours per week for the 10-week internship.
• Within 50 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL (housing/relocation not provided).

Responsibilities

• Assist with time studies, line balancing, and labor analysis.
• Support creation and maintenance of work instructions and manufacturing standards.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with validation and implementation of engineering changes.
• Assist deployment and testing of automated equipment and production systems.
• Assist in robotics integration, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in production startup, commissioning, and testing.
• Evaluate opportunities for automation of manual processes.
• Work with vision systems, sensors, conveyors, cobots, and automated assembly equipment.
• Support root cause investigations using 5-Why and Fishbone analysis.
• Assist in PFMEA and process risk assessments.
• Ensure projects comply with safety requirements and company standards.

Skills

CAD software exposure

Lean Manufacturing

Excel/Power BI

Python/SQL/VBA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

529227

11-Nov-2026

Smart Infrastructure

Internal Services

Temporal

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Automation & Industrial Engineering to support continuous improvement, automation, and production optimization initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The intern will work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Production teams to improve productivity, reduce waste, enhance quality, and assist with the implementation of automation technologies.

This internship provides hands‑on experience with manufacturing processes, robotics, automation systems, lean manufacturing, and data analysis

We are seeking qualified candidates for our Summer 2027 Smart Building Internship Program as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern. This role is based in Buffalo Grove, IL.

The Siemens Buildings internship program is a 10-12-week internship position and is designed to help you create a successful career path as a software leader within Siemens. The Internship Program start dates for Summer 2027 are May 17th, May 24th, June 7th, or or June 14th.

• Assisting with time studies, line balancing, and labor analysis.
• Supporting development and maintenance of work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing standards.
• Participating in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Supporting process validation and implementation of engineering changes.
• Assisting with deployment and testing of automated equipment and production systems.
• Supporting industrial robot integration, programming, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participating in production startup, commissioning, and equipment acceptance testing.
• Assisting in evaluating opportunities for automation of manual processes.
• Working with vision systems, sensors, conveyors, cobots, and automated assembly equipment.
• Support root cause investigations using tools such as 5-Why and Fishbone Analysis.
• Assist in PFMEA and process risk assessments.
• Ensure projects comply with safety requirements and company standards.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• Candidates must be available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10-week internship.
• Eligible candidates must be located within 50 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL as this role does not provide housing or relocation support.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• Candidates must be available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10-week internship.
• Eligible candidates must be located within 50 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL as this role does not provide housing or relocation support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with Excel, Power BI, or data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, sensors, and automated systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as assembly, machining, or packaging.
• Experience with Python, SQL, VBA, or other programming languages is a plus.

What We Offer

• Real-world impact: Work on products that directly contribute to global sustainability efforts
• Mentorship: Dedicated guidance from experienced software engineers and product specialists
• Learning opportunities: Access to Siemens' extensive training resources and professional development programs
• Innovation environment: Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in AI, cloud computing, and sustainable building solutions
• Networking: Connect with professionals across Siemens' global technology organization
• Competitive compensation and potential for future career opportunities within Siemens

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