About the role#
The Engineering Intern supports our departments in maintaining, improving, and developing tooling, fixtures, equipment, and manufacturing support systems. You will gain hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, working alongside tool and die makers, engineers, maintenance personnel, and manufacturing teams. This role provides exposure to cGMP requirements, documentation, and safety practices within a regulated industry.
What you'll do#
- Assist with designing, modifying, and troubleshooting tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids.
- Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications, including creating and updating CAD drawings.
- Support preventative maintenance activities and help identify recurring tooling issues to recommend improvements.
- Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and modifications while working with technicians to improve reliability.
- Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and support projects that reduce downtime, scrap, and rework.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain tooling specifications and update engineering documentation, maintenance records, and equipment logs.
- Gain exposure to cGMP requirements, FDA-regulated standards, and change control procedures.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, participate in project meetings, and support new equipment implementation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- College-level mathematical skills and advanced computer proficiency.
- Full professional proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.
- High reasoning ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, interpret technical instructions, and handle abstract variables.
- High standard of report writing.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, present information effectively, and demonstrate attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Rockford, Illinois.
- Employment Type: Full-time, on-site.
- Pay: $20.00 per hour, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
About PCI Pharma Services
PCI Pharma Services is a contract development and manufacturing organization. The company provides services for drug development, clinical trial support, and commercial packaging. It operates from 38 global sites and employs over 8,000 people. The firm maintains its headquarters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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