Trim Engineering Intern

Duties

• Help solve design issues by utilizing the Basic Engineering Process (BEP) process and knowledge of lean engineering.
• Complete A3's which were presented in weekly and executive design reviews for these issues.
• Support issue resolution and on-time execution of A-surface material and seat testing phases by coordinating sample prep, test timing, and analytical reports.
• Gain understanding of the interaction between design and manufacturing in product development and key cost drivers.
• Acquire knowledge in Design for Cost to evaluate various engineering design changes in CAD and Optitex while at the same time understanding the cost impact of those changes.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and working towards a 4-year B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a B.S. degree in Textiles.
• Available to work up to 40 hours per week, on site in Plymouth, Michigan.
• Minimum overall GPA of at least 3.0.
• Previous internship or co-op experience in automotive related position an added plus.
• CAD experience CATIA or Unigraphics an added plus.
• Strong analytical skills and work effectively with customers, suppliers, and the development team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail, organization skills and follow up.
• Proficient in MS Office.