Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Schneider Electric’s Global Supply Chain team has an outstanding opportunity for a motivated individual to assume the role of manufacturing engineer intern in our Smyrna, TN location for the Summer. This will be a full-time on-site position. No visa sponsorship or relocation will be provided for this role.

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will support the Manufacturing Engineering Lead. This role provides hands‑on experience in manufacturing engineering, equipment management, process documentation, and continuous improvement within a high‑volume production environment.

• Participate in root cause analysis for issues arising during shutdown or transfer preparation.
• Identify and recommend improvements for efficiency, ergonomics, and layout during decommissioning stages.
• Support 5S activities in areas undergoing equipment removal.
• Support the documentation of process changes, decommissioning steps, and line‑shutdown procedures.
• Track and report status of ramp‑down milestones, including equipment availability, tooling readiness, and inventory levels.
• Help catalog and verify all equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gages slated for transfer.
• Coordinate with maintenance, logistics, and receiving teams to prepare assets for shipment (tagging, cleaning, crating, and documentation).
• Update asset databases, equipment lists, and plant layout drawings to reflect removed or relocated items.
• Support creation of equipment run‑off / buy‑off documentation prior to release.
• Update standard work, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and control plans affected by the ramp‑down.
• Assist with capturing photos, drawings, and technical notes needed for future re‑start or knowledge transfer.
• Support creation of transfer packages including equipment manuals, settings, torque values, and calibration information.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with on‑floor activities.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and basic CAD (AutoCAD/Solid Works) preferred.
• Strong organization, communication, and attention to detail.

• Asset lifecycle management and equipment transfer best practices.
• Exposure to PFMEA, control plans, and industrial engineering documentation.
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing processes, equipment, and plant operations.
• Project coordination, cross‑functional teamwork, and technical reporting.

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