About the role#
As a Manufacturing Tooling and Process Design Intern, you will learn the assembly steps for electric motors and traction inverters. You will build a reference document to consolidate subassemblies and map out the operations and tooling required for manufacturing. This work helps the team estimate project workloads, set realistic delivery timelines, and verify equipment availability for future projects.
What you'll do#
- Learn motor and inverter manufacturing operations by observing assembly and testing.
- Break down unit assemblies into subassemblies and identify the specific operations required for each.
- Create a generic document that lets users select project operations to identify necessary tooling.
- Document test benches and their characteristics.
- Reference existing tooling designs for complex operations.
- Estimate the time required to design various types of tooling and sequence their development.
- Contribute to prototyping equipment upgrades, such as laser welding.
- Use 3D printing resources for specific projects.
- Participate in project meetings from kick-off through design reviews and final delivery.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations and Logistics.
- Proficiency in French, both spoken and written. English is an asset.
- Strong computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office. Experience with SharePoint is helpful.
- A self-motivated and detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Boucherville, Quebec, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Dana Incorporated
Dana Incorporated is a public company based in Maumee, Ohio. Founded in 1904, the firm manufactures motor vehicle components including drive and motion systems, thermal technologies, and sealing systems. It supports manufacturers of traditional, hybrid, and electric vehicles. The company employs over 25,000 people across more than 20 countries and reported 2024 sales of 7.7 billion dollars.
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