Operations Engineering Co-Op/Intern

Company Description

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.

Job Description

The co-op/intern will assist the Operations Engineering Team with creating clear and detailed procedure documents for usage by production technicians, helping engineers with identifying the root-cause of an issue while also being able to develop robust solutions to prevent recurrence. Assist engineers with identifying inefficiencies in production processes and be able to propose & implement solutions that will lead to improvements.  Available blocks include the spring and/or summer semesters.

Qualifications

The position will report into and support the assigned Operations Engineering Team. The intern position will be working collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering and Quality Engineering,

In this role the main responsibilities will be: 

• Work with Cross Functional Teams to help solve production engineering issues.
• Assist with troubleshooting and failure isolation. 
• Implement and update manufacturing process documents.
• Assist with returning failed products to suppliers through our RTV process.
• Participate in data collection failure analysis studies.

Our emphasis on innovation and its source - dedicated employees - keeps us looking for talented individuals who are ready to meet aggressive goals in a high-technology company constantly developing new marketing-leading products.  Good people are critical to our success and, in return, we offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits for our diverse, global workforce.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong Organizational Skills
• Python programming 
• Statistical analysis tools
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Passion for Manufacturing Engineering Process
• Previous Co-Op/Internship Experience or Previous Work Experience

Additional Information

For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $18 and $26 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

Explore abundant growth opportunities and enhance your skill set with INFICON's innovative mindset. Join our dynamic work atmosphere, which features competitive compensation, potential relocation support, and extra perks such as comprehensive medical coverage, sick time, and more!

Selected candidates must have reliable transportation, as our facility is not conveniently located near a bus route. 

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact [email protected].

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.