Process Engineer Intern

Location: Manteno, Illinois

Department: Manufacturing

Job Summary

The Process Engineer Intern will support the manufacturing engineering team in developing, improving, and sustaining production processes. This role provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, process optimization, equipment introduction, and quality control systems. The intern will work closely with engineers and production teams to support new equipment ramp-up, resolve process issues, and analyze manufacturing data.

This is a 10-week internship program offered from June 2026 to August 2026. The expected pay for this position is $20/hr.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist the manufacturing team in evaluating and defining process flows, equipment selection, and technical documentation for new or existing production lines.

· Support engineering and technical activities during production trial runs, equipment installation, debugging, validation, and early-stage ramp-up.

· Help compile, update, and review process documentation, including process flowcharts, work instructions, and process standards.

· Participate in identifying and resolving on-site process issues on the production line, under the guidance of senior engineers.

· Assist in tracking quality issues and maintaining documentation to help prevent recurrence.

· Support evaluation and verification of new equipment, tools, and technologies for manufacturing processes.

· Assist in planning and conducting process experiments, including data collection, basic analysis, and report preparation.

· Participate in training activities and knowledge-sharing sessions for production line employees.

· Follow all safety, quality, and operational guidelines.

Required Qualifications

· Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in:

o Chemical Engineering

o Materials Engineering

o Electrochemistry

o Physical Materials

o Or a related engineering discipline

· Basic understanding of manufacturing and process engineering principles.

· Strong interest in process improvement, data analysis, and manufacturing operations.

· Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data with attention to detail.

· Good written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

· Exposure to quality systems or manufacturing standards (e.g., IATF 16949, Control Plans, PFMEA, SPC).

· Familiarity with basic quality tools (e.g., 7 QC tools, 8D, or Six Sigma concepts).

· Coursework or basic knowledge related to lithium-ion batteries or cell manufacturing processes.

· Internship or academic project experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.

Skills & Competencies

· Analytical and problem-solving mindset

· Strong organizational and documentation skills

· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced production environment

· Ability to follow technical guidance and escalate issues appropriately