Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

Are you energized by solving problems and improving how things are made? As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at Vermeer, you’ll support real-world projects that enhance production processes and drive operational excellence. This internship offers hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration—preparing you for a full-time engineering role upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability across production areas.
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing improvement initiatives by collaborating with engineering, welding, assembly, and machining teams.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles—including Just-In-Time (JIT) production and Kaizen events—to reduce waste and improve flow.
• Document and analyze current and future state processes using tools such as value stream mapping and standard work documentation.
• Help design and optimize tooling and fixtures, and gain exposure to digital work instruction platforms.
• Contribute to documentation and change management using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Engineering Change Notification (ECN) systems such as Teamcenter or Windchill.
• Participate in data-driven decision-making using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Power BI dashboards, and Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled process monitoring tools.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of lean manufacturing concepts, tooling design, and process improvement techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarity with JIT manufacturing, statistical process variation, and digital manufacturing tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a growth mindset.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Occasional travel is expected of this position.

Onsite: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.