About the role#
Slate is looking for a hands-on Plant Vehicle Engineering Intern to support production ramp readiness and issue resolution at the Warsaw Assembly Plant. You will work on-site to help identify build issues, collect data, and document concerns related to low-voltage electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and software-enabled vehicle systems. This role bridges the gap between engineering and manufacturing, helping to protect product intent and improve first-time quality.
What you'll do#
- Support plant-floor triage for electrical systems, including harness routing, connector seating, grounds, power distribution, and module communication.
- Inspect harness installation quality, such as clipping, bend radius, strain relief, and connector engagement.
- Document electrical issues with photos, connector IDs, circuit information, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and repair validation notes.
- Assist with vehicle diagnostics, software version verification, and End-of-Line issue tracking.
- Support engineers during module flashing, configuration-readiness checks, and diagnostic follow-up.
- Analyze trends from repair records, build observations, and plant feedback to support containment and issue closure.
- Participate in plant-floor reviews with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and manufacturing engineering.
- Maintain issue trackers, breakpoint records, and documentation for lessons learned.
- Support continuous improvement activities to reduce defects and strengthen production readiness.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Ability to start in January 2027 and work through the spring.
- A basic understanding of electrical circuits, voltage, current, resistance, power, ground, fuses, relays, and wiring.
- Strong documentation habits, including the ability to summarize test results and validation status clearly.
- Ability to read or learn wiring diagrams, pinouts, schematics, and technical work instructions.
- Interest in vehicle diagnostics, CAN/LIN communication, module flashing, and End-of-Line testing.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing plant environment and collaborating with engineers, technicians, and plant leadership.
- Hands-on experience through projects, labs, robotics, vehicle diagnostic work, or previous internships is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site at the Warsaw, Indiana assembly plant.
- The role requires regular engagement on the production floor, including standing and walking to support vehicle inspections and build observations.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
About Slate Auto
Slate Auto is a motor vehicle manufacturer based in Troy, Michigan. Founded in 2022, the company operates as a privately held business. It employs 797 people and focuses on building personalized vehicles for individual buyers. The company emphasizes a direct approach to vehicle configuration.
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