Welding Engineering Summer College Internship

Join Our Team as a Welding Engineering Intern!

Location: Gainesville, Georgia
Company: Kubota Manufacturing of America
Duration: 12 weeks
Hours: 40 hours per week

About Us:
Kubota Manufacturing of America (KMA) is a leading manufacturing company located in Gainesville and Jefferson, Georgia, specializing in the production of tractors, turf equipment, and utility vehicles. Our journey began in 1988 with just 60,000 square feet of space and a dedicated team of 35 employees focused on creating implements for tractors imported from Japan. Today, we have grown exponentially, expanding our facilities to over 3 million square feet and employing approximately 2,600 talented individuals across three campuses in Gainesville and Jefferson, Georgia. At KMA, we are committed to excellence and innovation, continually enhancing our operations to deliver high-quality products to the market.

Job Summary: 

Support Kubota Manufacturing of America's Welding Engineering team by assisting with welding process development, quality improvement initiatives, weld documentation, training support, and manufacturing projects. This internship provides hands-on experience in welding engineering, process optimization, quality assurance, and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment. 

Roles & Responsibilities:

Weld Process Development 

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and validation of welding processes and procedures. 

• Support engineers in analyzing product specifications and manufacturing requirements. 

• Participate in welding trials and process improvement activities. 

• Assist with implementing process enhancements that improve quality, efficiency, and safety. 

Weld Documentation & Process Standards 

• Support the creation, review, and maintenance of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) 

• Assist in documenting welding procedures, standards, and best practices. 

• Help maintain accurate engineering records and technical documentation. 

• Participate in the review and update of welding-related work instructions. 

Quality Assurance & Inspection Support 

• Assist with weld inspections and quality verification activities. 

• Support investigations into welding defects and process variation. 

• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. 

• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. 

Training & Certification Support 

• Collaborate with the Training Department to support welder onboarding and certification activities. 

• Assist in preparing training materials and documentation related to welding processes. 

• Help track training records and certification requirements. 

• Support continuous learning initiatives within welding operations. 

Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Projects 

• Collaborate with Welding Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers on process improvement projects. 

• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving welding operations. 

• Assist in evaluating equipment, tooling, and production methods. 

• Support data collection and analysis related to welding performance metrics. 

Professional Development & Team Collaboration 

• Participate in engineering meetings, training sessions, and project reviews. 

• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering personnel. 

• Research welding technologies, industry trends, and best practices. 

• Complete special projects and assignments as needed. 

Competency Requirements: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies 

• Technical Learning 
• Analytical Thinking 
• Problem Solving 
• Communication 
• Teamwork 
• Attention to Detail 
• Quality Focus 
• Initiative 
• Adaptability 
• Time Management 
• Continuous Improvement 
• Professionalism 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):  

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or Welding Engineering Technology. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. 
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and contribute to engineering projects. 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. 
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 
• Must be actively pursuing a related degree throughout the internship period. 
• Expected graduation date must be December 2027 or later. 
• Candidates who have already graduated or who will graduate before December 2027 are not eligible. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with welding processes such as MIG, TIG, Resistance, GMAW and RSW (both semi-automatic and automatic) or Robotic Welding. 
• Basic understanding of welding metallurgy and weld inspection techniques. 
• Exposure to manufacturing environments, engineering projects, or laboratory work. 
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Knowledge of fabrication, blueprint reading, or GD&T principles. 
• Interest in automotive, agricultural, or heavy equipment manufacturing. 

Education Requirements: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering or Welding Engineering Technology. 

Language Requirements: 

Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English. 

Work Environment: 

The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Physical Demands: 

While performing the duties of this job, the team member must have the ability to work in extreme hot or cold conditions, stand for the duration of the shift, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; ascend stairs; balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. In addition, the team member must occasionally lift up to (“20”, “50”, etc.) lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to  

focus. 

DISCLAIMER: 

The information provided in the description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within the classification. This description is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job/classification. This job is intended to include the current essential functions of the job. Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering journey? Apply now and be part of our innovative team at Kubota Manufacturing of America!