About the role#
The Process Engineering Intern will join our team for a 12-14 week summer term. You will focus on implementing manufacturing process improvements, specifically regarding automation and robotics. This role involves designing and improving assigned processes while monitoring performance to solve technical issues. You will collaborate across the organization to support design for manufacturability and cost savings.
What you'll do#
- Implement manufacturing process improvements and automation projects.
- Work with mentors to identify the best methods for automating processes.
- Use a structured engineering approach to deploy process control best practices and improve yields.
- Update or create process documentation including work instructions, training guides, and certification tests.
- Provide weekly updates to the program coordinator and corporate leads.
- Compare our manufacturing practices with industry benchmarks and propose improvements.
- Lead capital projects to address production capacity and technology capability issues.
- Present project updates to the local leadership team and participate in a corporate trade show for executives.
- Join internal design reviews to ensure processing techniques meet customer needs.
What you'll need#
- You are a current college junior earning a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Experience applying engineering concepts to solve problems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Skills in project management and structured problem solving.
- Capability to design and analyze experiments using statistical tools.
- Ability to make data-based and ethical decisions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience leading and participating in cross-functional teams.
- Previous internship experience is desired.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, on-site.
- This is a paid internship. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About TTM Technologies
TTM Technologies manufactures mission systems, radio frequency components, and printed circuit boards. The company supports various business sectors by providing manufacturing services for electronic products. Founded in 1998, the firm operates as a public company based in Santa Ana, California. It employs over 10,000 people across multiple locations.
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