About the role#
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our high-speed connector stamping facility in Litchfield. You will gain hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, tooling, and automation. This role involves working directly on the production floor to help improve safety, quality, and output for our metal-connected wood truss components.
What you'll do#
- Support manufacturing engineers with daily production tasks and troubleshooting.
- Assist in process optimization, including scrap reduction, uptime improvements, and line balancing.
- Participate in time studies and capacity analysis for stamping and secondary operations.
- Work on tooling, die, and press-related projects.
- Update standard work instructions and process documentation.
- Join in continuous improvement activities like 5S, kaizen events, and root cause analysis.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams.
- Complete a site-specific engineering project and present your results to leadership.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- A strong interest in automation and industrial processes.
- Basic knowledge of engineering principles related to mechanics, materials, or electrical systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and PowerBI.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and learn new systems quickly.
- A willingness to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor.
- Exposure to PLCs, sensors, or industrial controls is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Litchfield, Illinois.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $26.00 - $28.10 per hour.
- This is a paid internship.
About ITW
ITW is a global multi-industrial manufacturing company based in Glenview, Illinois. It operates seven distinct segments that produce industrial machinery and specialty products for markets including automotive, construction, and food equipment. The organization employs approximately 43,000 people across its worldwide operations. In 2025, the company reported 16 billion dollars in revenue.
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