Engineering Staff Intern

Job Description

Proven Leadership, Hard Work and Innovation Alive and Well in North America

Rittal North America has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.

Engineering Staff Intern

Brief Job Summary:

The Engineering Staff Intern is responsible for reviewing and updating work instructions, maintaining operational support documents, and supporting database and skill-matrix systems used by operations. This role assists engineering teams with a variety of tasks, ensuring that documentation is accurate, accessible, and aligned with operational needs.

Why Work at Rittal:

• Competitive compensation – $21.48 – $24.71
• Above-average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start
• 401K Match
• Gain hands-on experience with engineering and operations teams
• Exposure to documentation control, manufacturing processes, and professional development
• Work in a safety-focused, innovation-driven environment

Key Responsibilities:

Documentation & Database Support

• Review current controlled documents
• Maintain work instructions within the “Work Instruction Cockpit”
• Collect, format, and update data as required
• Support maintenance of the AG5 Skill Matrix application
• Ensure updated revisions are available and accessible to operations

Engineering Support

• Assist engineering staff with project-related tasks
• Participate in team meetings and provide progress updates
• Complete administrative functions as requested by the Coordinator

General Operations

• Ensure work area cleanliness, following Rittal’s 6S standards
• Work safely and comply with all health, safety, security, and emergency requirements
• Communicate any safety hazards or potential hazards to management
• Maintain good attendance and work ethic
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Knowledge & Experience

• Basic understanding of business software and applications
• Participation in business-related coursework preferred
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and SAP
• Strong critical-thinking skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the work shift
• Ability to work at a computer and keyboard throughout the shift

Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stay focused in a demanding environment
• Adaptability to changing assignments
• Ability to multi-task and learn office procedures and new software
• Strong attention to detail with effective oral and written communication skills

Safety Requirements:

• Wear safety-toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and other PPE as required

Direction & Decision Making:

• Complete directives given verbally or in writing
• Assist in making logical decisions when needed

Work Environment:

• Combination of office and manufacturing areas

Relationships:

• Direct Contacts: Technical Training Coordinator, Industrial Engineering Coordinator, and other team members
• Indirect Contacts: All other departments

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.