Manufacturing Engineer Intern

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Watertown, SD, USA
In-Office
22-26 Hourly
Internship
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manufacturing Engineer Interns develop and improve manufacturing processes, including layouts, work sequences, time studies, tooling, equipment, and material flow. They support production lines, analyze technical and quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, implement countermeasures, and participate in Kaizen, safety, capital equipment, and facility projects. The role involves collaboration with manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, and frontline team members while applying analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Highlights:

  • Partner with team members from global locations - more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide
  • Intern/Co-op opportunities can lead to full time careers

Real World Responsibilities:

During your time with us you will:

  • Develop new and improve current manufacturing processes with regards to layout, work sequence, time studies, fixtures/tools/equipment, and material flow. 
  • Support production line(s) with technical issues and work closely with front line Team Members and Manufacturing Engineers.
  • Work on various projects & requirements to develop skills in Manufacturing. These projects will be spread throughout the categories of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & Morale.
  • Use root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation in a group setting to assist with Safety concerns or Quality defects.
  • Brainstorm within groups of Manufacturing Engineers & Production Supervisors to improve everyday tasks/processes.
  • Provide support and analysis for special projects as assigned such as large-scale Kaizen activities, process flows, capital expenditures for equipment/machinery, Safety initiatives, facility move projects, etc

Requirements:

  • Pursuing a degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects at one time
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • MS Office experience – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Teachable, and willing / able to teach others
  • Ability to work in a fast paced & changing environment
  • Able to work individually and in a team environment
  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal)
  • Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

  • Understanding of JIT, Lean thinking, 5S principals, and Single Piece Flow.
  • CAD experience in SolidWorks, Draftsight, AutoCAD, or OnShape.
  • Able to read manufacturing & assembly drawings (welding symbols and GD&T a plus)

The salary range for this position is $22 to $26 per hour.




If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [email protected]

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Skills Required

  • Pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks or projects simultaneously
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Microsoft Office experience, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Teachable and willing and able to teach others
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of JIT, Lean thinking, 5S principles, and Single Piece Flow
  • CAD experience with SolidWorks, DraftSight, AutoCAD, or Onshape
  • Ability to read manufacturing and assembly drawings; welding symbols and GD&T are a plus
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The Company
HQ: Norwalk, CT
7,883 Employees
Year Founded: 1933

What We Do

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization and offer complementary digital solutions designed to help our customers maximize their return on investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

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