Manufacturing Engineer - TDM & Machining Intern

Job Overview

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.

How you will help us create value together:

As a Manufacturing Engineer – TDM (Tool Data Management) Machining Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Manufacturing Engineering/Programming team.  The Manufacturing Engineering team works with a variety of departments and develops the Manufacturing operations to setup and machine a variety of gears and parts.  Activities will include working with Manufacturing Engineers on cost savings and process improvement projects, and building of tools and tool lists associated with programs and developing work instructions for Tool Data Management with the Manufacturing Engineer/Programmer.

This onsite position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District. The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has potential to be extended into the Fall 2025 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.

Key Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Operators on cost savings and process improvement projects for CNC Lathes, Boring Bars and Mills
• Develop Work Instructions for TDM
• Collect, inventory, and update machining tools and accessories for Tool Books for specific machines
• Support Manufacturing Engineering with TDM (Tool Data Management) with MES, Barcode, NC Program Mgr. & Fastenal tool stocking

Qualifications/Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related major from an accredited college or university
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or master’s level student in good academic standing
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team towards a goal
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous classroom and/or work experience in SolidWorks (CAD)
• Previous classroom and/or work experience in one or more of the following areas of Programming Software is a bonus:  MasterCAM, CAMWorks, Esprit, and so on
• Interest in or aptitude to learn about careers in the heavy equipment industry
• Hands-on machining experience is beneficial

Additional Information

What makes Komatsu’s intern program unique?

The Komatsu Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.