Manufacturing Engineer Intern/Co-op, Tooling

Intern Program Overview:

The Terex Early Talent Program immerses high potential students in challenging real-world projects which directly help drive business results at our global organization. Our rich beliefs in innovation and continuous improvement, paired with the diverse and creative mindsets of our students, leads to the development of our best-in-class products, positively impacting the lives of people all around the world.

We are committed to the personal and professional development of our students and are proud to encourage their growth into our leaders of tomorrow.

Highlights:

• Partner with team members from global locations – 5 manufacturing locations worldwide.
• Intern/Co-op opportunities can lead to full time careers

Real World Responsibilities:

During your time with us you will:

• Design and oversee the construction of work holding for welding and machining procedures.
• Work closely with various other facilities to develop and document tooling and equipment for development and implementation both out of region and locally.
• Update CAD per “as built” redlines.
• Participate in the installation and sequencing of machines, workstations, tools, and supplies to optimize the efficiency of the manufacturing process.
• Develop and or duplicate manufacturing tooling and equipment based on engineering drawings and/or pictures.
• Perform quality checks and measurements to validate tools and fixtures
• Prepare documentation for training and operation as well as maintenance manuals for equipment that is developed.
• Study manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, assembly, and weld processes
• Gather and analyze process information including cycle times, measurements, test results, trends, etc., used for statistical process control, cost analysis, and planning.
• Research and analyze design proposals for ability to manufacture on a basis that minimizes waste and cost.  Suggest design modifications to facilitate production.
• Apply statistical measures to estimate future manufacturing requirements.
• Research and recommend work holding and tool design methods to ensure consistent quality for the manufacturing teams.
• Participate in cross-functional design review meetings to ensure all solutions will achieve the customers safety and productivity needs
• Participate with Design Engineers to discuss and evaluate new product design or re-design and manufacture.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

As part of our team we will:

• Provide you with real-work assignments that will provide you valuable experience as you begin your career

Must haves:

• Currently pursuing a ABET accredited bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Technology Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or similar field or graduated within last two years
• Able to work full-time 40 hours per week for 3 months in Redmond, WA
• Comfortable working in a high-speed production environment
• Working knowledge of basic office programs (Excel, Project, Word, Etc)

Nice to haves:

• Are adaptable, innovative, and proactive
• Prior experience designing tooling or equipment.  Working knowledge of how to properly hold and locate parts for a weld process.  Working knowledge of basic machine design and power systems.
• Working knowledge of Solidworks, Autocad or equivalent CAD programs.
• Working knowledge of CMM or other precision measuring tools and software
• Understanding of GD&T
• Basic project planning experience and the ability to convert designs into project action plans.
• Sufficient human relations skill to convey technical engineering concepts to others; and technical employees; and to work cooperatively with internal and external customers.
• Technical writing skills sufficient to prepare product specifications, test, and process documentation.
• Hands on experience CNC equipment such as Lathes and Mills preferred (Programming, Optimizing, troubleshooting, etc.)
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints.
• Ability to conduct mathematical exercises using physics, algebra, analytic geometry, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to learn and perform within the principles of Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time, and Total Quality Management.
• Ambulatory ability to walk and stand on a continuous basis; to bend, stoop, and kneel on an intermittent basis; to lift medium weight objects up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

Start date is flexible

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible

The compensation for this position is $26/hr for undergraduate interns and $28/hr for graduate or returning interns. This position is eligible for holiday pay, but is not eligible for medical benefits.