Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Therma-Stor, Madison, WI, United States
Position Summary
Employment Type: Full-Time Internship (Onsite)
Therma-Stor is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer Intern to support manufacturing operations, process improvement initiatives, and engineering projects across Therma-Stor. This role provides hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting and exposure to real-world problem-solving, lean principles, CAD applications, and continuous improvement within a technology-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in analyzing and documenting current manufacturing processes and workflows
Support development and improvement of work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation
Participate in identifying opportunities for efficiency, quality, and safety improvements
Support 5S initiatives, and other continuous improvement activities
Collect and analyze production data to help identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
Assist with implementing process changes and monitoring results
Engineering, CAD & Technical Support
Assist manufacturing engineers with tooling, fixture, and equipment evaluations
Create or update CAD models, layouts, and drawings to support manufacturing improvements and projects
Support production line layout changes and workstation design using CAD tools
Assist with troubleshooting production issues related to quality, throughput, ergonomics, or design
Quality & Documentation
Assist with quality inspections, audits, and data collection as needed
Help maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and change records
Support cross-functional efforts to improve product quality and consistency
Project Support
Assist with engineering projects including layout improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions
Track action items, timelines, and deliverables related to assigned projects
Collaborate with operations, quality, and engineering teams on day-to-day initiatives
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, or production equipment
Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn on the shop floor
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Employment Type: Full-Time Internship (Onsite)
Therma-Stor is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer Intern to support manufacturing operations, process improvement initiatives, and engineering projects across Therma-Stor. This role provides hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting and exposure to real-world problem-solving, lean principles, CAD applications, and continuous improvement within a technology-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in analyzing and documenting current manufacturing processes and workflows
Support development and improvement of work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation
Participate in identifying opportunities for efficiency, quality, and safety improvements
Support 5S initiatives, and other continuous improvement activities
Collect and analyze production data to help identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
Assist with implementing process changes and monitoring results
Engineering, CAD & Technical Support
Assist manufacturing engineers with tooling, fixture, and equipment evaluations
Create or update CAD models, layouts, and drawings to support manufacturing improvements and projects
Support production line layout changes and workstation design using CAD tools
Assist with troubleshooting production issues related to quality, throughput, ergonomics, or design
Quality & Documentation
Assist with quality inspections, audits, and data collection as needed
Help maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and change records
Support cross-functional efforts to improve product quality and consistency
Project Support
Assist with engineering projects including layout improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions
Track action items, timelines, and deliverables related to assigned projects
Collaborate with operations, quality, and engineering teams on day-to-day initiatives
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, or production equipment
Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn on the shop floor
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