Process Engineering Intern

About the role

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support customers as a value‑add partner. The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher, giving them meaningful work that builds on classroom learning through project‑based assignments. Students receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it at the project expo at the end of the summer.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection and analysis for optimization of new wire and cable conductors constructions in our Industrial plant.
• Research standards and specifications to create tools for improved efficiency in analyzing samples.
• Use a variety of analytical techniques to validate wire and cable constructions including Instron tensile and elongation, Optical dimensional analysis, resistance bridges, and mass analysis.
• Construct models incorporating measured data to launch future new products.
• Update process instructions based off measured validation data.
• Collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders.
• Participate in an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and community service/volunteer initiatives.
• Develop a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery for a senior leadership expo.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in STEM disciplines such as Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or other relevant tools.

Benefits

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

Pay

$20.00 – $23.00 per hour

Schedule

Industrial Shift: May 7th – August 6th. Intern assignments are generally 10‑12 weeks; co‑op assignments are generally 16‑18 weeks. All new interns and co‑ops must begin in the summer rotation.