Dexter, the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for Summer Intern Industrial Engineer at our manufacturing facility located in Fremont, Indiana. 

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter employs over 3,800 people throughout the U.S. and Canada, operates 18 manufacturing facilities, and distributes trailer parts and accessories through over 30 company-owned distribution locations.  Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

The Engineering Intern is responsible for assisting the Dexter Team with engineering project identification, project support, and project leadership as assigned by partnering and collaborating with the Engineering Team and Site Team.   

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following: 

• Project definition, scoping and documented project plan 
• Continuous improvement 
• Capital projects 
• Safety improvements 
• Automation 
• Debottlenecking and capacity utilization 
• Time studies 
• Ergonomic studies and improvements 
• Troubleshooting equipment and processes 
• Plant layout 
• Project estimation 
• Material handling 
• Create documents, drawings, training as needed to support and complete project(s) 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Must haves: 

• Excellent sense of ethics and accountability 
• Enthusiasm and a passion for engineering and manufacturing 
• Dependable, responsible, on time, and consistent 
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all settings 
• Possess strict confidentiality of company patent, trademark, and business information 
• Strong organizational and time management  
• Problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills 
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals commensurate with year of studies 
• Ability to adapt to frequent priorities and changes within the team and the business 
• Strong safety orientation and commitment 
• Curiosity 

Experience:  High School Diploma required and a current student actively attending an accredited University in a related Major program of study.

Education Program/Area of Study:  Engineering Major (Industrial, Mechanical, Safety)

Language Required:  English

Engineering Fundamentals:  Clear, professional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Problem-solving methodology

Computer skills including Microsoft Office