Engineering Intern - Metallurgy & Materials Lab en GKN Automotive

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare samples from the starting metallic or non-metallic component with cutting, polishing, gold coating, etc.
• Operate specialized laboratory equipment to collect material characterization data including metallography, fractography, FTIR, hardness testing, OES, and possibly SEM/EDS, etc.   
• Synthesize the results from various characterization techniques to assess component quality and determine likely failure mechanisms where appropriate.
• Interface with internal and external customers to help understand their needs and supply answers.
• Learn and conduct equipment usage, measurement techniques, data interpretation, laboratory operating procedures and report construction.
• Maintenance of laboratory consumable and spare parts inventory.
• Laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration tracking and housekeeping.
• Reliable work output and work hours

Qualifications / Experience / Skills

• College student pursing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, etc.).
• Self-Starter
• Strong project and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills (ability to explain technical details in common language)

• Proficient in general computer use and Microsoft Office software products

• Must be fluent in English

• Possess manual dexterity and ability to move freely in lab area and operate test equipment 

• Must be able to work and (locally) travel independently