Intern: Assembly Tooling & Equipment (Fall 2024)

Intern: Assembly Tooling & Equipment (Fall 2024)

Location

Macungie, PA, US, 18062

Position Type: Student

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Short Description

The purpose of this co-op/internship is to allow the student to prepare for their future by applying what was learned during coursework (theory, skill development, professionalism) to the working world. Interns will be provided extensive hands-on experience in their field of study. The student will work on important and innovative projects alongside our experienced staff and engineers.

Core Responsibilities

• Investigate and document innovative tooling solutions to support manufacturing of class 8 heavy-duty trucks (fastening solutions, lifting solutions, automation, fixturing, ground handling, hand tools, etc.)

• Assist the team with research and development activities surrounding existing solutions and through the development of new concepts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional production team (safety, logistics, operations, quality, manufacturing engineering, etc) to develop new tools and equipment that will secure product quality while maintaining efficient operations

• Utilize continuous improvement methods (kaizen) to improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency on the assembly line

• Work with methods team and manufacturing engineering team to help improve, develop, and standardize production processes when integrating new tooling solutions to the assembly line

• Work with the Advance Manufacturing department to implement new and emerging technologies including, Robotics, AI/ML, Electromobility, Virtual Manufacturing, PLCs, etc.

• Support the competence development activities within the department and develop standard practices for developing and integrating tooling

Who are you?

Seeking students interested in further developing skills in communication and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates have interest in vehicle assembly and design of manufacturing equipment and machines.

• Attention to Detail: Monitoring adherence to standards and actively checking for accuracy of data received or generated before passing it on

• Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback non-defensively

• Dependability/Reliability: Following through on commitments, producing timely work to required -- or higher -- standards, pitching in to get the job done

• Flexibility: Performing a wide range of tasks, responding to changes in direction and priorities, and accepting new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments

• Autonomous: works independently, learns what is needed to do the job.

• Initiative: proposes improvements and take the lead in implementing them.

• Excellent computer skills; proficient in Excel, Power Point, Word, PowerBI

• Thrives in a team-based environment

Education/Experience:

• Must be currently pursuing an Engineering degree and remain fully enrolled in program during the duration of the internship

• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75

• Fall interns may work up to 30 hours per week

• Preferred Degrees- Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Controls Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, or other related field

• Catia v5 and/or Creo experience is a plus

• Experience interpreting and creating engineering drawings is a plus

• Prefer a motivated Junior or Senior in good academic standing

What we offer:

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00.?The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.?

We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:

• Housing assistance?

• Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization?

• Training and personal development?

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group's leading brands and entities.

Mack Trucks is part of Volvo Group. Founded in 1900, Mack Trucks is an iconic brand that embodies the American spirit: pioneering, hard-working, authentic and ambitious. Mack trucks are recognized around the world as "The American Truck You Can Count On," thanks to our durable, reliable and application-driven vehicles that get the job done. With Mack Trucks you will be part of a global and diverse team. We work with passion, we trust each other and we embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Job Category: Engineering

Organization: Mack Trucks

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Requisition ID: 9183

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Allentown