Millerbernd · 4 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer Internship
Millerbernd Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Intern for the Summer of 2026. In this role, you will assist various departments with projects, perform time studies, design layouts using Solidworks, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Perform actual time studies by timing and/or taking videos of the work being performed on the shop floor and tabulate results into meaningful data to improve processes and line operations
Draw and design new and existing layouts using Solidworks to aid in plant expansion and equipment placement
Partner with the engineering team and production employees to develop designs for jigs, fixtures and workstations to aid in the manufacturing process
Participate in project management tools and techniques to manage projects from start to finish which may include activities such as establishing project timelines, financial analysis, procurement of materials, Gantt charts and establishing vendor contacts
Create, maintain, and update manufacturing documentation including part routings, work instructions, standard process times, and standard work
Support manufacturing engineers in day to day tasks and problem resolution
Support Continuous Improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering and Industrial Technology majors
Completion of the following courses desired: Time & Motion Study, Computer Aided Design, Mfg. Materials and Processes, Statistical Analysis, Production and Operations Analysis, Facilities Layout/Mfg. Cost Analysis or related courses
Fundamental understanding of Lean and Six Sigma desired
Strong understanding of engineering concepts and ability to apply to real world problems
Exposure to paint, welding, fabrication, and machine shop process or system desired
Exposure to DFA/DFM desired
Experience with industry standard CAD systems for design and documentation
Ability to read and interpret manufacturing blue prints
Experience using standard test and measurement equipment
Ability to handle simultaneous and sometime challenging tasks
Strong PC skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
Willingness to work in hands on production environment
Ability to listen to others, analyze inputs, and appropriately act on information provided
Ability to collect and document process data (time studies, quality data, etc.)
Technical problem solving in a production environment
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Company
Millerbernd
Driven by values and dedicated to growing a safe and secure company, Millerbernd is the industry expert in manufacturing lighting and traffic poles for the departments of transportation across the United States.