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Engineering Student Intern

Urbana, OH

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the ... A focus of the internship will be on understanding the fundamentals of manufacturing engineering.

Engineering Student Intern

Urbana, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

... plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the ... A focus of the internship will be on understanding the fundamentals of manufacturing engineering.

In the R&D internship position, you are critical to our Research and Development department ... Completed college coursework in chemistry, engineering or related technical discipline Ability to ...

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EXTERIOR Plastic, injection, painting, resin, bumpers, fascias, Trims * SEALING, GLAZING Glazing ... internships may be considered). Strong technical understanding of parts and how they are ...

... plastics and fabrics. As a trusted Industry partner for over 50 years, Dunmore collaborates with ... This is an entry-level role ideal for a recent graduate or someone with internship or co-op ...

Engineering Intern

Athol, MA · On-site

$20/hr

Engineering Internship Wage: $20 Hourly Location: Athol, MA - onsite Department: Engineering ... The Company is primarily engaged in designing and manufacturing not only extruded plastic ...

May supervise engineering interns and mentor technical associates Qualifications Required ... Design experience with non-ferrous metals and plastics * Experience with ANSYS simulation software ...

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As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship plastics engineer in the United States is $25.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Plastics Engineer vs Plastics Engineer?

AspectInternship Plastics EngineerPlastics Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or plastics-related programBachelor's or higher in plastics engineering, materials science, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level tasksFull-time professional role, responsible for design, testing, and process improvement
Employer & Industry UsageInternship positions in plastics manufacturing, R&D, or processing companiesEstablished companies in plastics production, automotive, packaging, or consumer goods

The main difference between an Internship Plastics Engineer and a Plastics Engineer is experience and responsibility level. Internships are entry-level positions designed for students or recent graduates to gain practical experience, while Plastics Engineers are full-time professionals responsible for designing, testing, and improving plastic products and processes.

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Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Description

 As a Project Engineer, you'll serve as the engineering lead and primary liaison between Product Marketing and Factory Manufacturing teams. You'll lead multiple projects through the full product development lifecycle - from concept and design through testing, manufacturing, and production launch.


This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to collaborate with global teams, influence product direction, and drive engineering excellence across innovative consumer products.


What You'll Do:

Project Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Lead cross-functional project teams including R&D, Industrial Design, Factory Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Quality, and Product Management

Coordinate project scope, schedules, deliverables, and development milestones

Translate customer and market requirements into engineering product specifications and development plans

Communicate regularly with North America-based marketing teams and Asia-based engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams

Facilitate technical design reviews and engineering discussions throughout the product lifecycle


Product Development & Engineering:

Lead multiple projects through the Key Technology/Key Component (KT/KC) and New Product Development (NPD) processes

Drive continuous improvement, value engineering, and design-for-manufacturability initiatives

Support overall engineering design while collaborating with factory engineering teams on detailed CAD development

Participate in DFMEA activities, strength and fatigue analysis, and product validation testing

Ensure engineering documentation, project checklists, and development processes are completed accurately and on schedule


Production Launch & Manufacturing Support:

Support the transition of new products into mass production

Troubleshoot design and manufacturing challenges during production ramp-up

Review product samples, quality data, and inspection feedback to drive product improvements

Partner with factory manufacturing teams to improve product quality, cost efficiency, and manufacturability

Assist global engineering teams with technical requirements and production support


Requirements

  Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project coordination skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Ability to work effectively with global and cross-functional teams


Preferred Experience:

Internship, co-op, senior design project, or professional experience in mechanical engineering or consumer products

Experience with project engineering or project management

Experience designing production components for manufacturing processes such as:

      o Plastic injection molding

      o Sheet metal fabrication

      o Tube forming

      o Casting

      o Machining

      o Welding and joining