About the role#
We are looking for a Reliability Engineering intern to join our team in Winston-Salem for the summer of 2027. This role offers the chance to learn about manufacturing, corn wet milling, and refining processes. You will work alongside operations and maintenance teams to explore reliability practices and new technologies in the manufacturing space.
What you'll do#
- Work with operations and maintenance teams to understand core processes.
- Drive continuous improvement of maintenance systems by developing criticality-based equipment strategies.
- Develop maintenance routes, including preventative maintenance and condition monitoring.
- Evaluate and provide recommendations for PM Optimization.
- Facilitate and support root cause analysis for equipment issues.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate coursework (sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior status).
- A minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 is preferred.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer term.
- Strong technical communication, critical thinking, and data analytics skills.
- A proactive mindset and a desire to implement new technologies in condition-based monitoring.
- Knowledge of SAP is considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Ingredion Incorporated
Ingredion Incorporated is a global ingredient solutions provider based in Westchester, Illinois. Founded in 1906, the company processes plant-based materials like grains, fruits, and vegetables into ingredients for the food, beverage, animal nutrition, and industrial markets. It operates in over 120 countries and employs approximately 12,000 people. The organization maintains innovation centers worldwide to support its product development.
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