About the role#
DwyerOmega is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team in Swedesboro, New Jersey. This full-time, paid internship takes place during the summer of 2027. You will work directly with our Manufacturing Engineering team to support the development and improvement of production processes for both new and existing products.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers to design, machine, and implement production equipment, fixtures, and processes.
- Develop and update manufacturing work instructions, time studies, standard work, and playbooks.
- Support continuous improvement efforts using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma principles.
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions to minimize defects, scrap, and rework.
- Support equipment qualification, process validation, and new product introduction activities.
- Create and maintain accurate 2D CAD layouts of the facility and assets.
- Identify ways to improve workplace safety, ergonomics, and material flow.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a BS degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
- Strong hands-on, mechanical, and organizational skills.
- Experience with 2D or 3D mechanical design, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Experience with 3D printing, specifically Bambu Lab or similar systems.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing methods like welding, injection molding, curing, machining, and inspections.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Visio.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
- Experience using sensors like temperature, pressure, strain, or flow and data acquisition is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Swedesboro, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Physical requirements: Ability to remain at a computer for extended periods, frequently stand and walk through production areas, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. You must be able to visually observe equipment and move safely throughout the facility.
- Note: This position does not provide visa sponsorship.
About DwyerOmega
DwyerOmega manufactures precision instruments for sensing, instrumentation, and process control. The company serves clients in HVAC, research, and industrial manufacturing sectors. It provides tools to measure and monitor variables like temperature, flow, pressure, and air quality. Headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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