Applied Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary)
Troy, MI · Senior · Internship
No sponsorship$72k-$84kDetected 56 days ago
Supply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- As a Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary) in Troy, MI, you will:
Responsibilities
- Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for electrical and metal‑fabrication equipment to ensure smooth production flow and consistent quality
- Help create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation to support safe and consistent operations
- Work with quality teams to support inspection plans, testing methods, and root‑cause investigations for manufacturing‑related issues
- Provide hands‑on support to production teams by helping resolve day‑to‑day issues and assisting with process adjustment
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering
- Must be local to Troy, MI or the Detroit, MI, metro
- Must be local to Troy, MI or the Detroit, MI, metro; relocation is not available for this role
- Skilled in supporting production teams directly, including hands‑on troubleshooting and process adjustments on the shop floor
- Understands Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous‑improvement methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, including data interpretation, root‑cause identification, and corrective‑action implementation
- Familiar with quality tools such as process controls, structured problem‑solving, and risk‑assessment methods (e.g., FMEA)
- Clear and confident communicator who works well with teammates across different functions
- Able to stay organized, handle multiple tasks, and follow through in a fast‑paced environment
- Understanding of manufacturing safety practices and a strong commitment to working safely
- Flexible and comfortable adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic production setting
Nice to have
- Previous manufacturing experience with exposure to metal fabrication, electrical systems, and electro‑mechanical assembly strongly preferred
Skills
- Capable of working independently and as a team member
- Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
- Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Desire to work on a variety of projects
- $97,000 - $112,000
- Assist with selecting and evaluating machinery, tools, and equipment, including basic troubleshooting and helping monitor performance
- Participate in continuous‑improvement activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured problem‑solving methods
Compensation
- Competitive salary
Benefits
- 401K retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
- Flexible work schedule
- Collaborate with engineering teams during new product introduction by providing input on manufacturability and learning DFMA principles
Equal opportunity
- Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.
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