Lean Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION • Enumclaw, WA • 3h ago

Responsibilities
Are you ready to shape a brighter future?
In Motion Systems Group and Hydraulic Actuator Division, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included and empowered.
We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.
We have an exciting opening for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer Intern in Enumclaw, WA. In this position, you will be responsible for learning the various aspects of the Parker Lean System. This includes participation in continuous improvement events and activities that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance across manufacturing and business processes.
Your responsibilities
Assist in mapping current processes (value stream mapping, process flowcharting) and identifying waste in production and office environments.
Support kaizen events and problem-solving activities using standard Parker Lean System tools (e.g., 5S, standard work, visual management, root cause analysis, PDCA).
Collect, analyze, and summarize operational data (cycle times, defects, WIP, on-time delivery) to quantify improvement opportunities and track results.
Help develop and maintain Lean documentation such as standard work instructions, visual controls, and performance boards.
Partner with operations, quality, engineering, supply chain, and EH&S to implement improvements that are practical, safe, and aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.
Prepare presentations and status updates on improvement activities for supervisors and cross-functional teams.
Who we are looking for
Applicants should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related engineering field
Ability to work MS Office, CAD (SolidWorks, Envoia, etc.) experience preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work independently
Ideally, you will also have
Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Blueprint reading and technical report writing
Understanding of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement
What we offer
Solid employer present on the market for over 100 years.
Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success.
Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
Open environment: we are excited to hear your ideas!
If you don't find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us!
Have we sparked your interest?
Closing Statement
At Parker, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, including in the clean tech space, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.
We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe included and empowered.
We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.
Would you like to join us?
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Parker Hannifin
Parker

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