JTEKT North America Corporation

Engineering Co-Op - Blythewood, SC

JTEKT North America Corporation  •  South Carolina (Onsite)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

Engineering Intern

Part-Time (during semester) – aligned with school schedule

Full-Time (Summer)

Join us for a hands-on engineering co-op where you’ll gain real-world experience in a fast-paced, advanced manufacturing environment. As a valued member of our engineering team, you’ll work alongside skilled professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and support key plant objectives in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You’ll also play an active role in continuous improvement efforts rooted in the Toyota Production System (TPS).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist engineers in solving manufacturing challenges for both new and existing products.
  • Support the design and development of tooling, mechanisms, and equipment for metalworking and other manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with associates across all skill levels and functions.
  • Create and update database records as needed.
  • Provide engineering support in areas such as scrap reduction, productivity improvements (using Lean tools), machine builds, and quality enhancements.
  • Work closely with management, engineering teams, technicians, production, machine shop, maintenance, and factory support groups.
  • Work overtime, including weekends when required, to support essential operations.
  • Support 5S, Kaizen, Koyo Production Systems, TS16949, and ISO14000 initiatives throughout the plant.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Proficiency in Windows-based systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with Creo and AutoCAD.
  • Ability to apply engineering theory to practical manufacturing applications.
  • Strong business awareness and problem-solving capability.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems.

Education & Experience

  • Current college student pursuing an Engineering degree, or a recent Engineering graduate.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

  • Primarily office-based work with minimal exposure to health or safety risks; extensive computer use required.
  • Must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computers and office equipment.
  • Exposure to manufacturing areas as part of daily responsibilities, requiring use of PPE such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
JTEKT North America Corporation

About JTEKT North America Corporation

JTEKT North America is a global leader in advanced automotive technologies, providing innovative solutions to drive the future of mobility. As a subsidiary of JTEKT Corporation, we specialize in the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge steering systems, driveline components, and bearings (formerly sold as Koyo®) for a wide range of industries including automotive, industrial, and energy.

Our commitment to quality, reliability, and customer service drives us to deliver high-performance products that enhance the driving experience and improve lives. With a strong presence in North America, JTEKT is proud to work alongside leading automakers and industrial heavyweights to create intelligent, efficient, and safe solutions that move the world.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Greenville, South Carolina
Year Founded
2006
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