What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position at Danfoss?
The Impact You'll Make
Are you ready to help build the factory of the future? As a Process Engineering Intern, you won’t just be watching from the sidelines. You’ll be on the factory floor, helping us integrate groundbreaking technologies into our daily work
Based at our Ames, Iowa site, you will play a key role in making our manufacturing processes smarter, safer, and more efficient. You’ll have the unique opportunity to see your ideas directly impact our assembly lines, improving everything from workflow and design to inventory management
This is more than an internship; it’s a hands-on experience where you’ll work alongside our expert Process and Manufacturing Engineers. You will gain invaluable skills by tackling real-world challenges and contributing to the engine that drives Danfoss forward.
What You’ll Be Doing
What You'll Get From Us
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Are you ready to help build the factory of the future? As a Process Engineering Intern, you won’t just be watching from the sidelines. You’ll be on the factory floor, helping us integrate groundbreaking technologies into our daily work
Based at our Ames, Iowa site, you will play a key role in making our manufacturing processes smarter, safer, and more efficient. You’ll have the unique opportunity to see your ideas directly impact our assembly lines, improving everything from workflow and design to inventory management
This is more than an internship; it’s a hands-on experience where you’ll work alongside our expert Process and Manufacturing Engineers. You will gain invaluable skills by tackling real-world challenges and contributing to the engine that drives Danfoss forward.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Drive the evolution of our factory by designing and improving assembly line layouts for better workflow and efficiency.
- Use data analysis, including time studies and material flow tracking, to uncover key insights and make our processes smarter and leaner.
- Boost production quality and safety by implementing error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) systems and enhancing ergonomics for our teams.
- Help launch the future of manufacturing by supporting the integration of advanced technologies like AGVs and advanced vision systems.
- Collaborate with diverse teams, from supply chain to management, to streamline inventory and implement robust manufacturing controls.
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering.
- You are a natural collaborator, able to communicate and work effectively with everyone from the shop floor to the management team.
- You are a hands-on problem-solver, comfortable using basic tools and eager to learn about new manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Experience with CAD, simulation, PLC, or C is a plus, but your curiosity and drive to learn are what matter most.
- You are available to work a flexible 10-20 hours per week during the semester and full-time during the summer at our Ames, Iowa location
What You'll Get From Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.