Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Terex
- Location
- US-SD Watertown
- Employment
- Internship
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Intern
- Salary
- $22 – $26/hr
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
About this role
Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer Intern Highlig ht s: Partner with team members from global locations - more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide Intern/Co-op opportunities can lead to full time careers Real W o r ld Resp o n s ibili t i e s : Dur i n g y o ur t i m e w i t h u s you will : Develop new and improve current manufacturing processes with regards to layout, work sequence, time studies, fixtures/tools/equipment, and material flow. Support production line(s) with technical issues and work closely with front line Team Members and Manufacturing Engineers. Work on various projects & requirements to develop skills in Manufacturing. These projects will be spread throughout the categories of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & Morale. Use root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation in a group setting to assist with Safety concerns or Quality defects. Brainstorm within groups of Manufacturing Engineers & Production Supervisors to improve everyday tasks/processes. Provide support and analysis for special projects as assigned such as large-scale Kaizen activities, process flows, capital expenditures for equipment/machinery, Safety initiatives, facility move projects, etc Requirements : Pursuing a degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects at one time Attention to detail and accuracy MS Office experience – Excel, Word, PowerPoint Teachable, and willing / able to teach others Ability to work in a fast paced & changing environment Able to work individually and in a team environment Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills. Preferred: Understanding of JIT, Lean thinking, 5S principals, and Single Piece Flow. CAD experience in SolidWorks, Draftsight, AutoCAD, or OnShape. Able to read manufacturing & assembly drawings (welding symbols and GD&T a plus) The salary range for this position is $22 to $26 per hour. If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. About Terex: Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com .
Additional Information
We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to