Engineering Intern/Co-Op at Maxcess in St Louis, MO

Summary: Maxcess is a company focused on engineering solutions, and they are seeking an Engineering Intern/Co-Op. This position will provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to work alongside the engineering team to support the design and manufacturing of converting tools. Responsibilities: - Research current products, bill of materials and develop understanding of how the product flows thru production - This role will support engineering team in a continuous improvement environment with projects that may span multi sites - Additional duties may include data entry, BOM support, automation projects to streamline processes, periodic testing, and results summary with report out, light design work to support New Products or Research into new technology, based on business need and skill set of the student - Flex Die process optimization: Chrome/passivation, fixture design Tooling & Fixture Design assist: 3D modeling, DFM Support Continuous Improvement efforts: Improve workflow, submission quality, and dashboards Support in Automated Assembly & Measurements: Fixture Design, Analysis and Testing Support Kaizen events, focusing on product flow/process improvements: Safety, Quality, Design, Delivery, Cost Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an Accredited engineering program at a College or University - Junior or Senior level undergraduate student - Strong mechanical and/or software programming aptitude - Desire/curiosity for machine design, controls and troubleshooting - Ability to create reports and presentations - Ability to clearly report out on test results and recommendations - Understanding of lean manufacturing processes - Experience with machine controls (CAM, PLC, VBA, Python) - Interest in machine design and automation - Ability to work independently and in a team environment - Proficient in 2D design/drawings along with 3D Modeling - Able to read component blueprints - Proficient in Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications: - Self-starter - Establishing MS Sharepoint work flow a plus - Programming skills (C, C++, .NET, VB) - ERP System understanding - FEA a plus Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Software Programming, Machine Design, Controls, Troubleshooting, Lean Manufacturing Processes, Machine Controls, CAM, PLC, VBA, Python, Servos, Step Motors, 2D Design, 3D Modeling, Blueprint Reading, Microsoft Office, Programming - C, Programming - C++, Programming - .NET, Programming - VB, ERP Systems, Finite Element Analysis (FEA)