Intern - Engineering

J.A. Jack and Sons, Inc. is searching for an Engineering Intern for our Seattle, WA location. As an Intern, you will foster a positive safety culture while supporting the production team with compliance, regulations and projects within a 24/7 aggregate environment that is regulated by MSHA safety standards.

Arcosa Specialty Materials is a leading producer and distributor in the Western and Southwestern U.S. of lightweight and natural aggregates, including expanded shale and clay, crushed stone, sand and gravel, asphalt rock, and other products.

What You Will Do:

• Create and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for critical manufacturing and maintenance processes, including safety requirements, work instructions, and supporting documentation.
• Observe plant operations and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel to capture best practices and process knowledge.
• Assist with the design and planning of a new metal storage building, including facility layout concepts, material storage planning, and development of a bill of materials.
• Collect measurements, organize project information, and support basic engineering and manufacturing improvement initiatives. 
• Provide clerical and administrative support, including data entry, record updates, spreadsheet maintenance, and document control activities.
• Organize engineering, maintenance, and operational records within the company vault to improve accessibility, retention, and document management standards. 
• Review, sort, archive, and label technical documentation, manuals, drawings, and maintenance records.
• Present project progress and final deliverables to plant leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
• Gain hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, process improvement, engineering documentation, and project execution.

What You Will Need:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to create clear and professional technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and identify process improvement opportunities. 
• Comfortable working in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Willingness to learn manufacturing processes, engineering concepts, and documentation best practices.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move files, records, or materials as needed and safely navigate a manufacturing facility.

Compensation: $25/hr

Working Conditions and Physical Environment: There will be times when other responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty.

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Specialty Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.