Quality Intern

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is seeking a motivated engineering student intern to support quality and test engineering activities on a large manufacturing campus in Wisconsin.

This role emphasizes learning high‑value processes, data‑driven problem solving, and teamwork with cross‑functional engineering groups. You will contribute to non-conformance analysis, root cause exploration, and the development of process improvements while gaining hands-on experience with manufacturing concepts and basic

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (Sophomore or Junior).
• Has completed courses in Engineering Fundamentals.
• Experience or exposure to a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate weekly summaries of non-conformance and defect data.
• Learn and lead root-cause analysis to reduce manufacturing non-conformances and defects.
• Support Quality Engineers and Test Engineers in daily activities.
• Develop knowledge of quality and test engineering.
• Develop and build Quality into processes and operations.
• Administer part sales orders and develop part sales quotes.
• Review and determine action plan for transformer warranty issues.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

C++

Manufacturing basics

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelors)

Engineering fundamentals coursework

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are committed to hiring the best and most talented people and providing them with the tools and opportunities necessary for them to not only excel at what they do every day, but also fuel their workplace passions and transform their careers. Mentoring, training and development activities by industry experts abound, while the nature of the business encourages cross-functional and interdepartmental learning, communication and teamwork that lead to continuous improvement in all areas. Desired competencies include self-motivation, creative problem solving, compulsion to make a difference and the ability to work well with others in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate weekly summaries of non-conformance and defect data.
• Learn and lead root-cause analysis processes to drive reduction of manufacturing non-conformances and defects
• Support Quality Engineers and Test Engineers in daily activities.
• Develop knowledge of quality and test engineering
• Develop and build Quality into processes and operations
• Administer part sales orders and develop part sales quotes
• Review and determine action plan for transformer warranty issues

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must have good communication skills - oral and written
• Good computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with C++ or other computer coding language preferred
• Basic understanding of manufacturing and engineering concepts
• Ability to work independently or on a team

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering - Sophomore or Junior standing
• Must have completed courses in Engineering Fundamentals

Preferred Education / Experience

• Previous work in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience managing/working-with small teams or projects

Key Working Relationships

Engineering Organization, including electrical, mechanical, controls, manufacturing and applications engineering groups. Operations Management, including plant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

Primarily office environment plus time on shop floor, located on large manufacturing campus

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.