Manufacturing Process Engineering Intern

MAHLE Engine Components US; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MAHLE Engine Components US seeks a student engineer enrolled in a four-year program to support engineering in a plant setting. The role will focus on CAD-based layouts, process improvements, and fixture/tooling design under supervision.

The position requires 1–3 years from graduation, strong communication, and teamwork. Relevant exposure to manufacturing processes and lean methods is valued; work may include SAP data tasks and time studies.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in four-year engineering program.
• Must be 1-3 years away from graduation.
• Experience with Excel, programming languages, AutoCAD, Inventor preferred.
• Hands-on experience with engines and machining preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of process prints, future cell layouts and moves – CAD layouts.
• Assist in process improvements and cost reduction projects.
• Assist engineers with design and implementation of fixtures, tooling, accessories, etc.
• Participate and/or lead problem solving activities.
• Assist engineers with creating Manufacturing Instructions, Standard Work & Training Documents.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing teams.
• Conduct time studies and help with routings.
• Data entry and maintenance of engineering items within SAP operating system.
• Confer with engineers, production personnel, maintenance, or others to resolve machine problems or malfunctions.
• Must be able to work effectively with operators and other manufacturing support staff to solve problems and improve productivity.
• Create flow charts, spreadsheets, and presentations in support of staff projects.
• Lean process analysis and value stream mapping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Four-year engineering program (1–3 years from graduation)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Excel

Programming languages

Job description

MAHLE Engine Components US seeks a student engineer enrolled in a four-year program to support engineering in a plant setting. The role will focus on CAD-based layouts, process improvements, and fixture/tooling design under supervision.

The position requires 1–3 years from graduation, strong communication, and teamwork. Relevant exposure to manufacturing processes and lean methods is valued; work may include SAP data tasks and time studies.