What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position at Anthro?
We are seeking a passionate, hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support Anthro’s mission to revolutionize the shape of energy storage. The intern will contribute to the design, improvement, and documentation of key manufacturing processes and equipment used in battery production.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute equipment modification engineering projects
- Support development and standardization of SOPs, Work Instructions, and Recipes for manufacturing processes
- Perform equipment setup, testing, and troubleshooting
- Analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities in throughput, safety, and reliability
- Collaborate with operations, equipment, and R&D teams to implement and validate process changes
- Thoroughly document technical work and communicate updates to the broader team
- Comply with all safety and quality standards within the manufacturing environment
- Work collaboratively and flexibly in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team
Preferred Skills
- Experience with pneumatic or fluid systems (e.g., gas purge or dispense systems)
- Exposure to automation, PLCs, or control logic
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or process improvement methodologies
- Hands-on experience with tools, fixtures, or test setups in a lab or manufacturing setting
- Data analysis skills (Excel, Python, or similar)
- Pursuing an Undergraduate or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in hands-on process development, manufacturing systems, or automation
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems, sensors, and process control concepts
- Experience with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and/or process simulation tools preferred
- Familiarity with documentation practices (SOPs, Work Instructions, technical drawings)
- Comfortable with mechanical fabrication, prototyping, or lab equipment setup
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, agile team
- U.S. Citizen or already eligible to work in the U.S.