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Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Keel
Ladson, SC Intern
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission

Under direct supervision, the Intern will support various operational and engineering functions by executing tasks related to process mapping, reporting, schedule updates, and other items/tasks as assigned.

Explore The Depth Of The Role

  • Assist with process mapping across manufacturing workflows and operations.
  • Generate and maintain reports to support production and planning teams.
  • Update manual schedules for operational visibility and alignment.
  • Support the development, deployment, and ongoing management of an interim scheduling process to cover current system gaps (IFS Scheduling).
  • Participate in other department initiatives or projects.
  • All other duties assigned.

Requirements

Mission Readiness:

  • Currently enrolled in an Engineering or related technical program from an accredited college, university or technical school.
  • Academic focus in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Completing relevant coursework in systems, processes, or CAD is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
  • Familiarity with Excel and data entry/reporting tools.
  • Willingness to learn new systems and processes quickly.
  • Comfortable collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Physical Requirements

  • May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
  • Lift up to 25 pounds independently.

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

  • Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
  • Embody Team Spirit
  • Relentless Customer Focus
  • Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
  • Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel Will Build For You

  • Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401K Match
  • HSA/FSA
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
  • Shift Differentials
  • Overtime Potential
  • Paid on the Job Training
  • Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Committed to Individual Career Growth
  • We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email talent@keelusa.com with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

What we build, builds us.

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