Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Job Description

About the Job: Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Are you a driven engineering student looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Barnes Aero is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and develop essential professional skills.

As an intern, you will be an integral part of our engineering team, working on diverse projects that impact our manufacturing processes. You’ll have the chance to learn about process optimization, tool design, project management, and ERP system management, all while being mentored by experienced professionals.

We are looking for a self-starter with strong communication skills and a passion for manufacturing. If you thrive in a challenging, schedule-driven environment and are eager to take ownership of projects, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career in engineering.

Core Responsibilities

• Process engineering changes, contributing to product and process improvements.
• Participate actively in Continuous Improvement projects as part of a cross-functional team, identifying and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Engage in tool design activities, translating concepts into practical solutions for manufacturing.
• Conduct time studies on the production floor to analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and optimize labor utilization.
• Assist in project management by creating milestones, developing project plans, and tracking progress.
• Perform data entry and updates in the ERP system, managing item cards, Bills of Material (BOM), and part routings to ensure accurate production information.
• Execute all assigned tasks in strict accordance with company Engineering policies and procedures.
• Complete dedicated internship projects, researching and analyzing findings, and presenting results to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the engineering department.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and present findings.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, adapting to the pace and demands of a production setting.
• Ability to schedule and organize time and tasks effectively to meet project deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment, demonstrating resilience and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Strong CAD solid modeling knowledge (NX or Solidworks) for design and analysis tasks.
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and interpretation to accurately comprehend engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) for precise part specification and quality control.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, turning, milling) to contribute effectively to process improvements.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts (Toyota Production System) to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Basic understanding of part measuring techniques (calipers, micrometers, verniers, and indicators) for quality assurance and data collection.
• Ability to work with others within a cross-functional team, fostering collaboration and achieving common goals.
• Self-motivated and driven (take a project and run with it), demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach to work.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering (Preferably Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering).

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please visit our website www.barnesaero.com, click on careers, search for the job posting in which you are interested, and submit your resume online.

At Barnes, career development is a shared responsibility in which all employees are encouraged to develop, improve, and enhance their skills and professional growth to support our business objectives.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company’s determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project’s contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start in that role. Export license applications may take several weeks to be processed.