Job Summary

• Under general supervision of a Sr. Engineer, the intern will work On-Site in Dallas in a variety of assignments to provide general support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality Systems Management, and Safety.

What can you expect to gain from this internship?

• The Engineering student will have the opportunity to make an impact in an Engineering department at the center of a complex manufacturing factory.
• Will have an opportunity to work with some of the largest distributors, retailers, wholesalers, and industry leading companies in the world, in building products.
• The intern's assignments are real projects designed to make a positive contribution, while providing the intern opportunities to gain "hands on" work experience with the intent of training skills and experiences that the intern can immediately apply when starting a career after graduation.
• Collaboration with experienced professionals and learn from industry experts.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Provide engineering services for complex problems under direct guidance of an engineering mentor.
• Create and update models and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Provide daily project or emergency support to engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, or maintenance departments.
• Act as a team leader for engineering projects or short-term production support projects.
• Assist with the completion of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Participate in GEMBA walks to observe processes, engage with employees, and identify opportunities for improvement, as part of our Lean management and continuous improvement practices.
• Participate in Plant Safety initiatives, compliance, and improvement.
• Collaborate with departmental managers and team members to understand existing processes and workflows. Conduct thorough assessments to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and areas for standardization.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop detailed process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

Education

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited University/College Engineering program.
• Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree program, majoring in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or other related engineering program.
• Must be a Junior or higher-level student.

Required Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills
• Some level of SolidWorks
• Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint proficiency.

Desired Skills - experience in some of these fields is attractive.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365: SharePoint, OneDrive, Planner, Outlook, TEAMS
• Self-driven and proactive
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player and willing to collaborate with others on projects.
• Must be hands-on and willing to learn how to use equipment and tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Industry

• Manufacturing: commercial, and residential building materials and systems.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Office: Typical of an office environment; however, extended periods may be spent sitting at a computer workstation.
• Factory Floor: Significant time will also be spent working on the factory floor requiring extended periods of standing, walking, and light lifting.
• Travel: Not Required
• Special Work Conditions: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn when on the factory floor.

Legal Statement

Gibraltar Industries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Gibraltar is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities.

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status