Mechanical Engineering Inten

About STIHL Inc:

We are more than just chainsaws, blowers, and trimmers. We have a long-standing tradition of hiring diverse, talented people who help make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovation, high-quality products, and comprehensive services.

Internship Summary:

Be a part of an innovative team and culture....

Imagine working side-by-side with industry leaders in your field of study. Imagine building upon the skills you've learned in the classroom through real-world hands-on experience. 

During this internship, the intern will be exposed to the following projects:

• Creating and digitizing work instructions on our selected digital learning platform (Dozuki) for the listed equipment in the Guide Bar Department:
• Metal Stamping, Welding /Hardening, U-Star Assembly, Spot Welding, Painting/Packing, Digital Printing
• Complete the integration of the Dozuki platform for all employees to learn and comprehend the machines and processes in the current and future state. 
• Identify other missing machine documentation including 3D models and drawings of spare parts.
• Develop 3D models and 2D drawings of parts which are not in DB works for listed machines and properly file them and all reference documents into DB Works.  
  • Drawings shall include critical functional dimensioning and associated GD&T to produce a working spare part. A number of the machines have only assembly drawings.  
  • Coordinate and define he preferred supplier and incorporate any recommendations for the most cost-effective solution for these parts.  

Internship Goals:

• Become familiar with the individual equipment and production processes in the Guide Bar Plant to be able to create detailed work instructions 
• Work closely with Engineering, Process Technicians and Machine Operators to receive detailed information and learn machine functions and processes
• Learn and use our selected digital work instruction platform (Dozuki) to create, modify and/or transfer current non-Dozuki instructions with the use of different media such as pictures and videos
• After completion, work through digitalized instructions step by step with production personnel to audit and verify results
• Develop and/or apply SolidWorks training to develop 3D models with 2D drawings.  Learn how to file the models, drawings, and documentation into DB Works.
• Identify the best solution for manufacturing of the spare parts and tooling for these machines by comparing the quoted costs with the OEM costs in SAP. Use Excel to develop cost models.

Internship Requirements:

Academic Year: Senior

Area of Study: Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Preferred GPA: 3.0+

Software Experience: MS Office, Solid Works, SAP

Internship Information:

Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Department: Guide Bar

Compensation: $20/hour