Customer Reliability Engineer Intern PT

The Customer Reliability Engineer Intern will learn critical knowledge needed to effectively represent the company at an in‑plant site as a Customer Reliability Engineer. The role is designed to give a Mechanical Engineer student exposure to John Crane mechanical seals and related products through hands‑on work. This is accomplished by working rotations in the Inspection/Repair, Maintenance, Assembly, and Engineering/Sales Departments.

This is a part‑time (benefits eligible) year‑around role with flexible hours based on school schedule.

• Inspects, disassembles, and cleans mechanical seal parts.
• Reviews part print drawings and makes judgments on parts reparability. Laps mechanical seal faces to design tolerances.
• Assembles mechanical seals, pressure tests, and prepares for shipment.
• Conducts mechanical seal failure analysis and failure root cause analysis.
• Assists Sales Team with field needs and customer inside support.
• Works with branch and regional engineering team for customer process application reviews.
• Works with Reliability Engineers to run calculations over new and existing seal designs.
• Communicates with stakeholders at various levels and disciplines.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university‑level Mechanical Engineering program and having completed at least two years in the program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Mechanical aptitude; willing to work in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Some CAD experience; solid modelling a plus.
• Effective written and spoken communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English; bilingual a plus.
• Experience working with a diverse group is a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future.