Site Manufacturing Engineering Intern

OPmobility

Posted about 20 hours ago

Internship

Carolina, South Carolina

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Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support the Plastic Injection Department by driving process improvements, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, and assisting with the installation and validation of new injection molding equipment. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful equipment integration, process readiness, and the achievement of performance targets.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or a related engineering field, preferably with junior or senior standing. You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, and a keen interest in manufacturing processes and industrial equipment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Excel

data analysis

Job Description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Contract Details :

  • Job Title : SITE MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING INTERN
  • Type of contract : Long-term At-will
  • Expected Hiring Date : Fall 2026

Responsibilities :

  • Will support the Plastic Injection Department in driving process improvements, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, and improving product quality through data-driven analysis and hands-on engineering support.
  • Assist with the specification, installation, startup, and validation of new injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment. T
  • Work closely with manufacturing, maintenance, tooling, automation, quality, and production teams to help ensure successful equipment integration, process readiness, operator training, and achievement of performance targets.
  • Support continuous improvement projects by collecting and analyzing production data to identify opportunities for cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, process stability improvement, energy savings, and increased equipment effectiveness.
  • Assist in the planning, installation, and startup of new injection molding machines, robots, material handling systems, and auxiliary equipment, including participation in equipment layout reviews, utility verification, equipment acceptance, and production readiness activities.
  • Work with manufacturing and maintenance teams during machine installation projects to coordinate equipment commissioning activities, track project milestones, document action items, and help ensure safe and timely machine launch.
  • Support process development and validation activities for newly installed equipment, including machine trials, parameter optimization, capability studies, validation runs, and documentation of standard processing conditions to achieve quality and productivity targets.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation related to both existing and newly installed equipment, including process sheets, standard operating procedures, machine specifications, layout drawings, startup checklists, training materials, and continuous improvement reports.
  • Other related activities as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • Junior or Senior standing preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis techniques.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing processes and industrial equipment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with operators, technicians, engineers, and managers.
  • Willingness to spend significant time on the production floor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.

OPmobility

OPmobility is a world leader in sustainable mobility and a technology partner to mobility players worldwide. Driven by innovation since its creation in 1946, the Group is today composed of five complementary business groups that enable it to offer its customers a wide range of solutions: intelligent exterior systems, complex modules, lighting systems, energy storage systems and battery and hydrogen electrification solutions. OPmobility also offers its customers an activity dedicated to the development of software, OPn'Soft. SOME NUMBERS IN 2024 📍Economic revenue: €11.6bn (+2.8% vs. 2023) 📍Operating margin: €440m (+11.4% vs. 2023) 📍Sustainability : 🔹Improvement of energy efficiency by 22.0% in 2024 vs. 2019 (excluding Lighting) 🔹35 sites equipped with solar panels and wind turbine (+12 in 2024) 🔹OPmobility awarded an “A” rating by CDP for second year in a row
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