Engineering Intern - Summer 2024

About Singer :
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Engineering Intern – Summer 2024:
Under direct supervision, an Engineering:Internship: with the Singer Vehicle Design is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of the automotive industry by working side-by-side with our talented team while contributing to meaningful projects in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
The Singer Vehicle Design Engineering Intern is a dynamic position that is responsible for creating and managing project timelines while driving process improvement in all areas with a focus on safety, quality, and delivery. As an Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the definition of manufacturing planning templates, process definition, quality standards and cost reduction initiatives.
The internship will run from May 20, 2024 - August 12, 2024 in Torrance, California (not remote).:
Internship applications will be open from February 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024 or until all openings are filled. :

• Apply research to the planning, design, development and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
• Creates standard work by clarifying, creating and sharing information in the most effective method
• Assist in developing the engineering standards related to manufacturing processes, efficiency, waste reduction, cycle time/throughput improvement, quality assurance, etc.
• Designs efficient layouts (2D and 3D) for assembly stations and lines, buffer locations, docks and warehousing, material flow, shipping, etc.
• Performs process analysis and simulation (Discrete Event Simulation) to validate and establish process cycle times, throughputs, buffers, failure rates, etc.
• Reviews work performed by the Production team and/or external vendors, identifies service quality risks, and collaborates with Quality team to drive performance improvement initiatives both internally and externally
• Optimizes vehicle components and processes for manufacturing in collaboration with cross-functional teams considering KPIs such as quality, productivity, and capital expenditure
• Creates and manages manufacturing BOMs, work instructions, and specifications
• Creates and/or improves Preventative Maintenance plans for tools, tooling, shop aids, equipment, and facilities for resources within assigned scope
• Plan, execute and initiate process improvements (such as Lean or Six Sigma)
• Evaluate and help reimagine existing processes
• Develop metrics that provide data process and continuous improvement
• Capture historical data to identify indicators for future improvement opportunities
• Compile data from previous emails and communication
• Help in the preparation of administrative reports and presentations
• Study and understand past sales and purchases to aid in future plans and strategies
• Create process materials; work instructions, basic training, etc.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by internship managers
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications::
Required Education and/or Experience

• Currently enrolled in an accredited BS or MS degree program, and majoring in Automotive, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or related program.
• Strong interest in the automotive world
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, and be resourceful
• Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and the ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a rapidly moving environment
• Emerging leadership skills
• Ability to deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
• Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines
• Proficient in working with SQL, Excel, Tableau or similar data analysis software
• Proficient in SolidWorks, or CATIA preferred
• Ability to create 2D drawings of mechanical components and assembly processes

• Strong analytical, project management, computer, communication, and writing skills (typing, spelling, grammar)
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to creatively overhaul and re-design any project or workflow to optimize comprehension, while meeting requirements
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse co-workers and personalities in sales, engineering, production, and management; ability to have insight into their changing needs
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaborative skills with the ability to prioritize efficiently and effectively within and across departments
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended periods
• Must have ability to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person, by telephone and email
• Must be able to reach in and work safely in and around vehicles

• Must be able to work in a busy/fast paced automotive shop environment
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., infrequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a seated, standing, and/or walking position for long periods of time
• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended periods
• Must be able to work extended hours
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE in the production environment

Compensation:
This is a full-time paid summer internship for $22.00 per hour.
Benefits:
Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.