About the role#
As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern, you will work on-site in Avilla, Indiana, during the Summer 2027 term. This full-time position involves collaborating with engineering and maintenance teams to support the production of automotive fuel systems. You will gain hands-on experience with blow molding and assembly processes while helping to improve operational efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Solve problems related to current processes and customer complaints.
- Study patterns, tooling, layout, and system operations.
- Conduct cycle time studies to identify bottlenecks and reduce downtime or scrap.
- Analyze production line scrap and downtime using Pareto charts and trend analysis to find root causes.
- Improve operational equipment efficiency using A3 analysis.
- Create standardized work instructions.
- Attend operational meetings.
- Assist the NPI group with project launches.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a university degree in Engineering or Applied Science with a focus on automation or robotics.
- Experience or skills in data analysis, electronics, software engineering, robotics, or mechatronics.
Location & details#
- Location: Avilla, Indiana, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Textron
Textron is a multi-industry company based in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1923, the firm operates across the aviation, defense, industrial, and finance sectors. It maintains a global network and manages several brands including Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Lycoming. The company employs more than 10,000 people.
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