• Job Description

  Req#: 5001037668306

  Job Title

  Engineering Intern

  Requisition Number

  SWI-6726

  Location City

  Springfield

  Location State

  Massachusetts

  FT / PT

  Full-time

  Shift Schedule

  Part Time TBD

  Description

  Focus on support activities for the Manufacturing Engineering Department and help achieve best practice manufacturing processes and techniques.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Essential duties include the following - other duties may be assigned:

  • Responding to requests for engineering services with thorough, accurate, timely and cost-effective solutions
  • Using appropriate project management techniques to ensure tools, gauges, fixtures, equipment, department-layouts, routings, assembly procedures and CNC programs are fully defined, documented and implemented
  • Conducting continuous evaluation and suggesting improvements within the manufacturing environment to assure quality and cost objectives are consistently achieved
  • Working closely with multiple groups of diverse interests (Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design, Production floor, Quality Engineering, etc.) while investigating, supporting and implementing improvements and alternatives to existing processes
  • Under general supervision, reviewing progress and results; recommending changes in procedures; operating with substantial latitude for un-reviewed action or decision

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  Experience, Competencies and Education

  • High school/GED
  • Must be currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program or be a recent graduate of such program
  • A machining and inspection skill set

  Language Skills

  • Must have working command of the English language
  • Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
  • Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (verbal instructions, written memos and instructions)

  Computer Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  • SolidWorks and or CAM knowledge a plus

  Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • None

  TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position
  • Participate in and follow all company initiatives
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc.)

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

  PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

  • Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on factory floor
  • The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
  • All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks

  WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Normal office environment conditions
  • Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
  • Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting

• About the company

  Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you’...

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