Engineering Intern – Manufacturing Engineering (industrial / Mechanical / Electrical)

Engineering Intern Opportunity

Ultra Maritime is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support our production line operations. This role is well-suited for students in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering who are interested in improving manufacturing performance through hands-on, data-driven work. You'll spend significant time on the shop floor analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and helping implement practical solutions that enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies and work measurements to establish standard work and identify improvement opportunities
• Analyze production data (cycle time, downtime, scrap, yield) to support continuous improvement efforts
• Assist with line balancing, capacity analysis, and workflow optimization
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives (5S, waste reduction, Kaizen events)
• Collaborate with operators and supervisors to improve process reliability and efficiency
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment or process issues (mechanical, electrical, or process-related)
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and visual management tools
• Support initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Contribute to safety and ergonomic improvements on the production floor

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Interest in manufacturing systems, process improvement, and operations
• Proficiency in Excel (data analysis, charts, pivot tables)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced production environment

Assets

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, electrical systems, or automation
• Experience with data visualization or analysis tools
• Exposure to CAD, PLCs, or manufacturing systems (ERP/MES)
• Introductory knowledge of statistics or quality tools

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience applying engineering principles in a real-world manufacturing environment
• Exposure to industrial engineering methods alongside mechanical/electrical problem-solving
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and operations leaders
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful process improvements with measurable impact

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity, and equality. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures, believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime