Resident Engineer Intern - Barberton, OH; Summer

Barberton, Ohio

Job Title:

Resident Engineer Intern

Status:
Intern

Hourly Rate: $28

As a Resident Engineer Intern at BPMI, you will work under significant oversight and perform routine technical functions to execute the BPMI mission in areas including, but not limited to ensuring compliance with contract specifications, overseeing quality control, and driving process improvements at BPMI manufacturing suppliers. This role involves analyzing and improving manufacturing processes, monitoring and optimizing supplier performance, driving waste reduction and productivity initiatives, and supporting data-driven decision making.

This role also collaborates with internal teams and vendors to meet project timelines and objectives, promoting operational excellence across all aspects of the project lifecycle, including compliance with industry standards, lean principles, and best practices. This Resident Engineer position provides in-shop quality and manufacturing oversight at our largest manufacturing supplier. Work conditions can include working in confined spaces, areas that are not temperature controlled, elevated platforms and lifts, etc.

Personal safety emphasis in a shop environment is a must.

This opportunity will begin Summer 2027, working a full-time schedule (40 hours/week). Please note, this is not a remote position. You will be expected to come into the office for this opportunity.

Our internship will give you the opportunity to work in your field of study while simultaneously pursuing your bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university. These opportunities can enhance your academic training while teaching critical business skills and allowing you to learn about BPMI, the Navy, and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

• Support operational performance, quality, and compliance oversight responsibilities for assigned suppliers or components.
• Interpret and apply technical drawings, specifications, manufacturing process information, inspection, and test procedures to ensure supplier contract compliance and efficient process execution.
• Assist with audits, over-inspections, time studies, and process review; evaluate and track corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing and process issues.
• Support BPMI engineering and program management activities, including review of vendor submittals, risk mitigation, process improvements, evaluation of vendor cause and corrective actions, and problem resolution.
• Support other engineers with analyses manufacturing progress against contract milestones and schedules; assess delays, bottlenecks, and constraints; and work with suppliers and BPMI personnel to meet program objectives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and other BPMI or Program stakeholders to conduct assessments of critical sub tier suppliers, evaluate their processes and controls, and resolve issues.
• Assess vendor performance metrics and identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Communicate status updates to management and document key oversight activities with stakeholders.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization.
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.

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