Engineering Intern

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Scope

The intern will be working on continuous improvement projects focusing on standardized work implementation and process documentation using lean principles.   They will be working in all areas of our plant including fascia assembly, weld assembly, and upcoming MY26 launch of front fascia. 

Work closely with the Quality Manager as your mentor. Learn different aspects of the business including assembly process, potential failure mode and effect analysis, control plans, data collection and analysis, developing standardized work instructions, line balancing, process optimization. Focus on continuous improvement to ensure most efficient and productive operation of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with manufacturing teams onsite to complete various program objectives.
• Team up with program management to respond to customer requirements.
• Learn the basic functions of FNG Program Lifecycle Management (PLM) software. Assist with clerical items and documentation for Advanced Product Development.
• Work with management to establish long term summer project and report out upon completion of internship.
• Building and packaging of pilot builds
• Assist in the preparation of assembly build instructions
• Performing gage R&R studies
• Participating in dimensional capability studies
• Tracking and accounting for inbound pilot and early production materials
• Work with respective engineer to advance his/her skill sets in preparation for schooling development
• Evaluates manufacturing processes, designs new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Participates actively and effectively in continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• The Engineering Intern will participate in projects focusing primarily on material consumption and movement, work area optimization, and waste reduction.  These projects will require the Engineering Intern to:
• Monitor and develop productivity standards for functional areas based on work measurement,
• Identify exceptions, formulate recommendations, and implement process improvements and perform operational observation and process documentation. 

Qualifications

• Must be a major in area of studies such as Mechanical/Industrial engineering
• Ability to use MS Office, AutoCAD & other analytical and planning tools
• Possesses strong analytic and statistic skills
• Has ability to work independently
• Read drawings, and engineering instructions
• Apply knowledge of engineering science and technology
• Identify problems, develop and evaluate options to implement solutions
• Work with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary
• Listens effectively to manufacturing personnel to assess problems and solutions
• Participate in department training programs
• Maintain up-to-date engineering knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Effective statistical analysis skills
• Effective research and communication skills
• Effective with written and oral communications
• Must have a valid drivers license. This role requires to travel within 50-mile radius.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.