Job Information
Komatsu Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Date: Dec 17, 2024
Location:
Milwaukee, WI, US, 53204-2941
Req ID: 31979
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you are a part of something big!
How you will help us create value together:
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Assembly & Drill departments. The focus of the department is to apply continuous improvement as well as new product development. Activities will include operations support, work instructions, routings, process improvement, and cost out initiatives.
This position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District! The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has the potential to be extended into the school year. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.
Key Job Responsibilities
Create/update assembly work instructions
Utilize AutoCAD & Solid works composer to improve processes
Support new product development projects (Drills & Shovels)
Update/Develop routings for assembly process
Pursue process improvement ideas and capture cost savings
Support operations and shop employees (prints, tools, troubleshooting, etc.)
Apply lean Manufacturing principals for continuous improvements
Qualifications/Requirements
Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar, from an accredited college or university
Juniors and rising Seniors preferred level student in good academic standing
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team towards a goal
Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
Interest in or aptitude to learn new product development
Strong mechanical aptitude
Drafting/Modeling software understanding
Previous classroom and/or work experience in Lean Manufacturing principles
Additional Information
The Komatsu Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:
Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
Meet & greets with executive leadership
Volunteer Week
Appreciation Events
End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
Company-sponsored travel opportunities
Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field
We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com .
Interviews will begin in January 2025.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.