Mechanical Engineer Intern

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Harleyville, SC, USA
In-Office
23-27 Hourly
Internship
Energy • Industrial • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports mechanical maintenance and reliability projects in cement plant operations. Analyzes equipment performance, assists with troubleshooting, inspections, project planning, and maintenance documentation, and contributes to continuous improvement, safety, efficiency, uptime, and sustainability initiatives. The role combines office work with hands-on exposure to heavy industrial manufacturing, plant operations, and engineering activities.
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Line of Business: Cement & White

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
 

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support mechanical maintenance and reliability improvement projects across cement plant operations.
  • Analyze equipment performance data and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, uptime, and safety.
  • Collaborate with engineers and plant teams to troubleshoot mechanical systems and resolve operational challenges.
  • Assist with project planning, equipment inspections, and development of maintenance documentation.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance plant performance and sustainability.
     

What Are We Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze technical problems and develop practical solutions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and aptitude for learning engineering and maintenance systems.
  • Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality work in a manufacturing environment.
     

Work Environment

  • Hands-on experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Exposure to plant operations, maintenance activities, and engineering projects.
  • Frequent interaction with production, maintenance, and engineering professionals.
  • Combination of office-based work and time spent in operational areas of the plant.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all safety policies and procedures.
     

What We Offer

  • $23-$27/hour
  • Summer PTO Holidays
  • Intern In-Person Events
  • Employee Resource Group Activities
     

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • Ability to analyze technical problems and develop practical solutions
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work effectively across teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Aptitude for learning engineering and maintenance systems
  • Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and high-quality work in a manufacturing environment
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The Company
HQ: Irving, TX
49,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1874

What We Do

Heidelberg Materials is a global manufacturer of building materials, including cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt, committed to leading the industry toward carbon neutrality and a circular economy.

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