Reliability Engineering Intern

Job Description:

Internship Summary:

Cambria’s internship program is a 12 week experience that successfully exposes interns to business need projects, professional development, assigned mentors and Cambria leaders.

We help students identify their career interests and participate in two-way learning opportunities to develop their professional skill sets.

Prepare to immerse yourself in a paid full-time, summer internship program that strives to provide cross-disciplinary work experiences. In the end, you will leave feeling accomplished, valuable and having made a difference.

The Reliability department is looking for a Reliability Engineering Intern to join their team in Le Sueur, MN!

Position Summary:

The Reliability Engineering Intern at our facility plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and maintainability of Cambria’s assets. This position is responsible for evaluating assets, developing maintenance plans, conducting site acceptance testing, and analyzing data to optimize asset performance and longevity. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete and present a capstone project related to department business needs. This will include research, analysis, and presenting the overall findings and suggestions to peers and Cambria Leaders. 

• Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified assets within the facility.

• Participate in evaluating assets for MRO suppliers and technical maintenance providers.

• Assist in commissioning the installation of new assets, developing acceptance tests, and setting inspection criteria.

• Perform site acceptance testing to verify functionality and adherence to quality specifications.

• Systematically define, develop, and refine maintenance plans to optimize asset reliability.

• Utilize predictive technologies such as vibration, ultrasonic, and infrared to analyze measured data.

• Contribute to lubrication analysis programs to identify and address reliability issues.

• Participate in upgrades and enhancements of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Conduct criticality analysis (CA) by studying downtime, failure reporting, and risk assessment by assets and locations

• Perform root-cause and root-cause failure analysis (RCA, RCFA) to identify and resolve defects.

• Complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities.

• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience preferred.

• Ability to become certified in Chemical Handling and Respirator usage.

• Proficiency in English to complete required documentation.

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Applications.

• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Experience with predictive technologies such as vibration, ultrasonic, and infrared is preferred.

Cambria Success Factors:

• High attention to detail

• Reliable and punctual 

• Direct communication

• Sense of urgency in completing work 

• Capable of multitasking

• Work well both independently and with a team

• Self-motivated 

Physical Requirements: 

• Work at varying heights, including on the rooftop of the buildings

• Lift up to 60 lbs.

• Push/pull 100 lbs.

• Stand on feet for long periods of time during a shift for up to 12 hours, with intermittent breaks

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria 

• Participate in daily stretch and flex exercises 

• Work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions 

• Walk up and down steps multiple times throughout shift 

• Bend over multiple times throughout shift 

Task Based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements: 

• Steel toed boots

• Hearing Protection 

• Safety glasses

• Cut-proof gloves

• Latex gloves

• Face shield 

• High visibility vest

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Bachelor's program in engineering, statistics, mathematics, or a related program. Expected graduation date of 2025, 2026, and 2027.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year previous experience in manufacturing, maintenance, automation, or similar environments.

Systems: Microsoft Office and Google Applications

Additional Requirements:

Managerial Responsibilities: No

Travel Requirements: Limited travel regionally (Eden Prairie, Le Sueur, and Belle Plaine)

Program Dates: May 19, 2025 - August 8, 2025; M-F; 40 hour work week

Physical Requirements: 

• Lift up to 30 lbs.

• Stand on feet for extended periods of time

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria

• Participate in daily stretch and flex exercises

• Occasionally work in wet and/or humid conditions

• Bend over multiple times throughout shift

To ensure you don't miss this opportunity, it's recommended to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until February 14, 2025, dependent on application volume, or until the position is filled. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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