Stamping Die Design Intern

Molex; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Molex in Lincoln, Nebraska invites applications for a Stamping Die Design Intern. This role supports the die design group by designing tooling and creating drawings for dies and production equipment.

You will collaborate with engineers to enhance tooling and manufacturing processes, contribute to design reviews, and document tooling designs. The internship emphasizes hands-on manufacturing work, CAD-assisted tooling development, and close collaboration with process engineers.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Tool & Die, Mechanical Design, or related technical degree program.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers to improve tooling designs and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with process engineers and toolmakers to develop innovative tooling solutions.
• Participate in tooling design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain tooling models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Design quality control fixtures and gauges alongside Quality team members.
• Lead and support projects involving manufacturing support equipment.
• Take ownership of projects while developing problem-solving and technical skills.
• Work in a hands-on manufacturing environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds as needed.

Education

Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree program

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Your Job

Join our team at Molex in Lincoln, Nebraska as a Stamping Die Design Intern! In this role, you will support Die design group as needed, designing tooling and creating drawings for dies and other production equipment.

Our Team

We are proud to have been in Lincoln for over 45 years! With over 45,000 employees world-wide, Molex creates value by offering a complete range of connectivity products, services, and solutions for the data communications, medical, industrial, automotive and consumer electronics industries.

What You Will Do

• Partner with engineers to improve tooling designs and manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with process engineers and toolmakers to develop innovative tooling solutions
• Participate in tooling design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
• Create and maintain tooling models, drawings, and technical documentation
• Design quality control fixtures and gauges alongside Quality team members
• Lead and support projects involving manufacturing support equipment
• Take ownership of projects while developing problem-solving and technical skills
• Work in a hands-on manufacturing environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds as needed

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Tool & Die, Mechanical Design, or related technical degree program
• Experience using CAD software through coursework, internships, co-op assignments, personal projects, or a production environment
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Mechanical, tooling, general maintenance, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, machine tools, or tooling projects
• Exposure to tooling design, drafting, machining, or fabrication through coursework, internships, clubs, or work experience
• Prior internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.