About the role#
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join the Model/Z team in Los Angeles. This role supports our modular manufacturing operation by working with design, production, quality, and supply chain teams. You will assist with manufacturing planning and continuous improvement initiatives to help our production teams meet throughput goals and improve overall efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers in establishing manufacturing processes and business practices.
- Manage assemblies and child components from design release through prototyping and production.
- Lay out build and test flows to support efficient, high-quality product scaling.
- Support test activities, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, work order creation, and specification authoring.
- Develop detailed work instructions and manage manufacturing routing workflows in the MES system.
- Design tools, jigs, and fixtures to improve process speed and quality.
- Conduct time and process studies to evaluate work content, establish standards, and determine labor requirements.
- Resolve shop floor issues and provide feedback to production personnel.
- Build relationships with Product Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Production teams.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a similar engineering field.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive, organized, and self-starting approach.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Compensation: $23 per hour.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This position does not offer relocation assistance.
About SoLa Impact
SoLa Impact is a real estate investment fund based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2014, the firm operates as a partnership. It focuses on developing affordable housing in underserved urban areas across the United States. The company employs between 201 and 500 people.
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