Intern - Process Engineering

Job Description

Who We Are We are a dental prosthetics manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and engineering innovation. Our teams bring together expertise in process engineering, quality, production, and maintenance to ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. We believe in building better processes, empowering our people, and investing in the next generation of engineering talent.

In this role, the Process Engineering Intern supports the daily engineering needs of the production environment — assisting with data collection, process documentation, and continuous improvement activities. You’ll provide hands‑on support to engineers in monitoring processes, resolving routine issues, and contributing to engineering projects aimed at improving quality, efficiency, and reliability. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, contribute ideas, and learn from engineers who are eager to mentor you.

This internship exists to give you foundational engineering experience while helping the department execute essential technical tasks that keep our operations running at their best.

Duration: 10–12 weeks (Summer) or semester‑long (Fall/Spring)

Schedule:

Full‑time during summer; part‑time options available during the academic year

Eligibility:
Rising juniors and seniors; completion of sophomore year preferred

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rate based on academic level and experience; $25.00/hour for undergraduate-level students

Location:

On‑site at our facility in Mahwah, New Jersey

• Support engineering staff with data collection, process observations, and basic analysis on assigned production lines
• Assist in drafting, updating, and organizing SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
• Participate in engineering projects such as equipment upgrades, workflow improvements, process optimization trials, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Prepare materials, records, and documentation for process studies and improvement initiatives
• Support troubleshooting efforts by gathering information, documenting issues, and assisting engineers with temporary or permanent solutions
• Track KPIs, update dashboards, and prepare summary reports for the engineering team
• Participate in Kaizen, Lean, and continuous improvement workshops
• Assist in developing training materials and supporting production teams during new process rollouts
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Quality, Production, and Maintenance
• Contribute to engineering initiatives involving CAD/CAM, equipment evaluations, process characterization, or material handling projects

Required Qualifications Minimum qualification of a rising junior or senior currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering principles, and problem‑solving methodologies
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data
• Foundational knowledge of statistical concepts and process analysis tools (coursework acceptable)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with CAD or CAM tools is a plus

• Prior internship or project experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Exposure to regulated industries such as medical device, aerospace, or automotive

• Curious learners who ask thoughtful questions and seek to understand how processes work
• Students who enjoy hands‑on problem solving in a dynamic production environment
• Strong communicators who collaborate well with cross‑functional teams
• Organized, detail‑oriented individuals who can manage multiple tasks
• Proactive contributors who take initiative and participate actively in engineering projects

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other…