Industrial / Mechanical Engineering Intern

EJ • Elmira, MI • 1d ago

EJ has an immediate opening for a 202 6 Industrial / Mechanical Engineering Intern .

About EJ:

We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer , drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

We are seeking high performing individuals who embrace our values, understand the importance of relationships, and strive for excellence. Our values, which have been passed down for generations, are the essence of our companys identity and our guide for making decisions. Core values at EJ include safety and security, honesty and integrity, environmental responsibility, respect for others, quality and excellence, and social responsibility.

Summary:

The intern will gain hands-on experience at a modern iron foundry that began operations in November 2018. This role offers opportunities to engage in real-world problem-solving and contribute to operational excellence. Responsibilities involve designing fixtures for automated grinding systems to improve manufacturing efficiency, programming CNC machines using both Fanuc and Beckhoff controllers, and implementing Lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, value stream mapping, and process improvements focused on analyzing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reducing downtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Designing fixtures for automated grinding equipment

Programming CNC machines, both Fanuc and Beckoff controllers

Focus on implementing lean manufacturing practices

Promotes the culture, the mission and vision, and the core values of the company. This includes adherence to and promotion of the company safety beliefs, employee engagement, competencies, code of conduct, and other policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

E ducation and/or E xperience:

Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelors degree in a related field from a four-year college or university.

Physical Demands:

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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