Manufacturing IE Engineer Intern - ITW Food Equipment Group

Company Overview:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries.  Ranked among Fortune Magazine’s most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions.  These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets.  ITW’s revenues total $14.8 billion in 2018.

SUMMARY:

This internship will allow you to plan and design manufacturing processes in a commercial plant. Coordinates the activities in developing manufacturing methodology relative to operation methods, process, work measurement, tooling, material routing, preparation of estimates, and other technical phases involved.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• You may aid by requesting engineering changes and working with the Engineering Department to release and implement changes.
• You may lead Kaizen blitz projects - Participate in Teams to integrate technical solutions across multiple disciplines.
• You could lead Lean Manufacturing projects, including In-Lining, MRD, PLS, and 80/20 evaluations.
• Assist in writing, submitting, and implementing capital requests.
• You will create, modify, and maintain production floor layouts (AutoCAD/DraftSight)
• You will help develop solid models and mechanical assemblies; you’ll need to understand the parameters of various fabrication machines, which include but are not limited to CNC routers, CNC laser cutters, FDM 3D printers, wire feed welders, and other contemporary fabrication machines (Entry level SolidWorks knowledge is a must)
• You may assist in resolving technical problems impacting performance, cost, or schedule significantly.
• You will lend a hand in coordinating and implementing new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies, and concepts.
• You will validate and ensure production readiness of solutions to complex problems. Implements lean principles and technologies.
• You will apply Industrial Engineering concepts, techniques, analysis, and decision tools under general supervision to promote and assist in implementing changes in manufacturing, engineering, and service operations.
• You may assist in developing models, databases, and spreadsheets to analyze data (e.g., hours per unit, operations research, engineering economics) and provide summary analysis and metrics for consultation to customers (e.g., management, departments, suppliers)
• Assist in research, design, development, improvement, and implementation of processes to enhance schedule performance, lower cost, and improve quality through applying Lean and other Industrial Engineering concepts for large-scale systems integration and asset utilization.
• Under general supervision, you may be able to manage, define, negotiate, or controls the scope, cost, and timing of projects and perform risk analysis using project management tools (e.g., engineering changes, creation/moves of production lines, safety projects)
• You will provide support to project completion. Utilizes engineering methods to support the development of optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources (e.g., facilities, personnel, materials, equipment) in the creation and validation of products.
• Under general direction, you may analyze and design value stream, including capability, capacity (e.g., make/buy, supplier selection, risk analysis, supplier performance), throughput, work flow and logistics (e.g., critical path, lead-time, transportation, factory layout)
• If you are an expert in Microsoft Office applications and/or have Arduino knowledge, that will be a huge plus.
• Industrial engineering with some mechanical engineering ideal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to utilize MS Teams to participate in meetings and create minutes.
• Team player with an aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred candidates will reside and/or attend college or university in the DFW area.

EDUCATION

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior with a major in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Progress toward a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year of relevant experience
• Must be available for an immediate need, not just the summer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to:

• Perform activities including bending, stooping, standing, and walking.
• Stand and walk from four (4) to six (6) hours daily.
• Climb up and down stairs four (4) to six (6) times per day.
• Operate common office equipment, i.e., PC, phone, copier, printer, fax
• Use various measuring instruments, i.e., tape measure
• Work in an office environment and in a climate-controlled factory.
• Travel infrequently by various means of transportation, including car, train, bus, and plane.

Benefits:

Take this opportunity to join a successful and enthusiastic global team where you can make a significant impact immediately. You will enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, life, LTD insurance, 401k (with company match), employee assistance, wellness and 100% tuition reimbursement programs. ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.