Summer 2027: Process Engineering Intern - Engine Manufacturing

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Process Engineering Intern to join our Decherd, TN team for a 12-week summer program. You will work with experienced engineers on automated engine manufacturing processes and lead a departmental project from planning to execution, gaining practical experience in process improvement and project management.

Preferred candidates are pursuing mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or mechatronics engineering (junior or senior) with a minimum GPA of 3.0, strong communication, and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in a relevant engineering field.
• Junior or Senior at the start of the upcoming term.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with willingness to learn and expand technical capabilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support highly automated engine manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Develop project management skills through engineering initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead a department project from planning through execution and present findings to leadership.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, safety, productivity, and manufacturing performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Project management

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechatronics

Related engineering field

Junior or Senior status

GPA 3.0+

Job description

Nissan is seeking a Process Engineering Intern to join our Decherd, TN team for a 12-week summer program. You will work with experienced engineers on automated engine manufacturing processes and lead a departmental project from planning to execution, gaining practical experience in process improvement and project management.

Preferred candidates are pursuing mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or mechatronics engineering (junior or senior) with a minimum GPA of 3.0, strong communication, and