Quality Engineering Intern - AZEK

Thinklance LLP; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Professional growth

Exposure to James Hardie culture

Job summary

James Hardie is offering a summer internship in Wilmington, NC for engineering students. You will support the Senior Quality Engineer in expanding inline automated inspection for decking products, assist with testing, data collection, and evaluation as projects evolve.

Ideal candidates are rising juniors or seniors, enrolled in chemical, manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering, with a 3.0 GPA, eligible to work in the U.S., and available for 12 weeks in Summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Strong statistics aptitude and data analysis skills.
• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Quality Engineer in developing inline automated inspection for decking products.
• Assist with testing, data collection, and evaluation of inspection capabilities as project scope evolves.
• Analyze inspection and process data using statistical methods.
• Document findings, issues, and improvement opportunities for project team review.
• Collaborate with Quality, Process Engineering, Operations, and Capital Engineering teams to advance inspection capabilities.
• Provide clear progress updates and follow through on assigned actions and deliverables.

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Senior Quality Engineer in developing and expanding inline automated inspection for decking products.
• Assisting with testing, data collection, and evaluation of inspection capabilities as project scope evolves.
• Analyzing inspection and process data using statistical methods.
• Documenting findings, issues, and improvement opportunities for project team review.
• Collaborating with Quality, Process Engineering, Operations, and Capital Engineering teams to advance inspection capabilities.
• Providing clear progress updates and following through on assigned actions and deliverables.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, anticipating graduation between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising senior or rising junior).
• Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
• Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Preferred majors include chemical engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or industrial engineering.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Statistical analysis skills, including experience with Minitab or similar tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving ability.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, collaboration, and follow-through.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay estimated between $20 and $25 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and geography.
• Full-time work experience with meaningful projects that impact the business.
• Mentorship and guidance throughout the internship.
• Feedback and evaluation to support professional growth.
• Exposure to James Hardie culture and networking opportunities.
• Skill development resources.