About the role#
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will work directly with our engineering and production teams. This role bridges your academic studies with practical industrial applications. You will gain hands-on experience by investigating manufacturing challenges and supporting production projects. You will also learn about specific processes like forging, heat-treating, and leaf spring design.
What you'll do#
- Analyze current manufacturing processes to find improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost.
- Help design and implement manufacturing tools, equipment, and workflow layouts.
- Collect and analyze data to troubleshoot process issues.
- Recommend solutions to improve product reliability and consistency.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to align engineering work with production goals.
- Document process changes and update manufacturing instructions.
- Engage in ongoing learning and professional development.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's program for Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
- A basic understanding of quality control, lean manufacturing, and production processes.
- Proficiency with CAD tools and data analysis software.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
- Prior internship or project experience in manufacturing is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
- This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
About Dorman Products
Dorman Products manufactures replacement parts for motor vehicles. Founded in 1918, the company focuses on parts for both automotive and heavy-duty applications. It operates globally with headquarters in Colmar, Pennsylvania. The organization maintains a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
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