Manufacturing Engineer Intern

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US Valve is seeking a motivated, hands-on Engineering Intern to support tooling design, production efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives within our valve assembly operations. This role is designed for a student who wants real-world experience working directly on the shop floor while applying engineering fundamentals to manufacturing challenges.

The intern will contribute to multiple projects, including redesigning a seal-tapping tool, auditing production tooling and fixtures, supporting 5S tooling standardization, and conducting time studies to improve cycle times. These projects will provide exposure to product assembly, operator workflows, and lean manufacturing principles.

This is a project-based internship focused on practical learning, problem-solving, and ownership. The intern will be expected to manage defined work streams, document findings, and present results to the Engineering team and Senior Leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Project Work (Core Focus)
Support tooling and process improvement efforts across valve assembly operations by:

Design and improve a seal-tapping tool to increase durability and usability

Observe production to understand tool usage and operator challenges

Audit tooling and fixtures for condition, wear, and usage frequency

Review failure history to identify high-risk tools

Gather feedback from operators and maintenance teams

Develop a prioritized list of tooling replacements and spare parts

Support creation of a preventive maintenance (PM) tracking system

Document required tools for each valve assembly (focus on DC valves)
Help develop standardized toolboxes by valve size Conduct time studies to establish baseline cycle times

Identify inefficiencies such as wasted motion and delays

Recommend improvements to tooling, layout, and workflow

Create simple visuals and summaries to communicate findings

Supporting Engineering Activities Create and edit CAD models, fixtures, or simple tooling concepts as needed

Assist with prototype builds, testing, and validation of tooling improvements

Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives

Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and shop floor problem-solving discussions

Provide general project support across Manufacturing Engineering initiativesPROJECT OUTCOME & EXPECTATIONS:

By the end of the internship, the successful candidate will:

Deliver one or more implemented or validated tooling/process improvements

Provide a documented audit of production tooling with prioritized recommendations

Develop standardized tooling documentation and/or toolbox concepts

Present time study results with clear opportunities for cycle time reduction

Clearly document approaches, findings, and suggested next steps

Present work and recommendations to the Engineering team and Senior LeadershipWHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (SUCCESS PROFILE):

We are less focused on prior experience and more interested in how you approach problems and learn.

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

Curiosity about how things are built and how processes can be improved

Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment

Ability to break down ambiguous problems into structured steps

Application of basic engineering principles to real-world scenarios

Strong observation skills and attention to detail

Comfort engaging with operators, asking questions, and gathering feedback

Clear communication of ideas, even when solutions are still being developed

This role is ideal for students who want to gain practical manufacturing experience and develop real engineering judgment through ownership of meaningful projects.

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