Process Engineering Intern - Rochester, NH

Job Purpose:

The Process Engineering Intern will support the LEAP Engineering Team in enhancing the production processes for composite LEAP Aerospace Components. This role involves collecting and analyzing process data to provide actionable recommendations, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams across the USA, France, and Mexico to ensure project success. The intern will also assist in preparing and modifying process documentation to facilitate continuous improvement efforts.

Job Responsibilities:

In performing their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to adhere to Albany's current values: Albany Wins Together, Count on Each Other, Own Your Actions, Care About Each Other, and Share Your Enthusiasm. Safety must always come first; we never compromise on safety for the sake of achieving another objective. Employees are also responsible for the health and safety of themselves and each other.

• Assist the Global Process Engineer and the Injection Engineering Team with projects to improve the production process of composite LEAP Aerospace Components.
• Collect and analyze key process data with the goal of providing recommendations to the engineering team for future improvements
• Work with cross functional teams from the USA, France, and Mexico to understand process requirements and ensure projects and recommendations will be successful in all LEAP facilities
• Support the preparation & modifications of process and customer related documentation (Work instructions, Risk Registers, Process Software Files) for related projects
• Data Analysis: Assisting in the collection and analysis of process data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Process Documentation: Helping to document existing processes, including flowcharts, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
• Testing and Experimentation: Participating in process testing or experiments to evaluate new materials, techniques, or equipment.
• Problem-Solving: Assisting in troubleshooting production issues and developing solutions under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Quality Control Support: Supporting quality assurance efforts by conducting inspections and assisting with quality audits.
• Continuous Improvement Projects: Collaborating on projects aimed at enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, or improving product quality.
• Reporting: Assisting in the preparation of reports and presentations on findings and recommendations
• Attendance is mandatory to ensure effective team collaboration and productivity.

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Qualifications/Characteristics:

• Completed at least two years (three years preferred) toward a BS in Engineering with a GPA of 3.0 (3.5 preferred) or more (preferred Aerospace, Composites, Mechanical or equivalent)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software (MSWord, PowerPoint, Excel) to enable the creation of work instruction and other production documentation.
• Capability to understand and interpret engineering drawings, with a basic understanding
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software a plus (SolidWorks, AutoCad, etc.)
• Team and people skills that are required to ensure efficient execution of tasks.
• Problem solving skills.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Effective communication.
• Well organized and disciplined.
• Able to identify problems and willing to make decisions.

Working Conditions:

Indoor production environment, duties performed indoors, adequate lighting and comfortable temperatures. Occasional exposure to moderate noise and machinery with mechanical moving parts.

Physical requirements:

• Occasionally positions self to move an office item >10 lbs.
• Frequently move about the production floor and office area to attend meetings or trainings
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 75% of the time
• Frequently operates a computer, enters data into systems, verifies information, etc

Nothing in this document restrictions Albany International Corp.'s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.