About the role#
As an Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience by working with our production, engineering, and R&D teams. You will help develop and improve processes to ensure our products are safe, high-quality, and cost-effective. This role involves direct interaction with electromechanical devices and requires working alongside our shop floor and quality team members.
What you'll do#
- Investigate and carry out improvement projects, Engineering Change Requests, and Document Change Orders.
- Write and update assembly instructions for the shop floor.
- Apply lean manufacturing techniques to improve production.
- Verify that products and components meet engineering designs, performance specifications, and FDA or ISO requirements.
- Manage projects by developing statements of work, tracking status, and collaborating across teams.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in a bachelor's program for mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a similar field.
- A High School Diploma.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly process design.
- Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, safety rules, and government regulations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports, correspondence, and presentations.
- Ability to manage shifting priorities and meet project deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: Maryland Heights, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- This is a paid internship. We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Savaria
Savaria manufactures accessibility equipment including home elevators, stairlifts, and commercial lifts. The company also produces medical beds and patient care equipment for home and institutional use. Founded in 1979, the company maintains 15 manufacturing and distribution facilities. It operates globally with a workforce of over 2,500 people and has its headquarters in Brampton, Ontario.
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