Intern - Process Engineer (Summer 2026) chez Plexus

About us:  At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. 

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. 

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. 

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. 

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate:

Purpose Statement: The process engineering position at the site is to interface with the factory technical staff and with corporate engineering to define opportunities for standards development and cost savings.  This role is typically focused on high complexity manufacturing processes and is key to the standardization and advancement of the processes in Plexus.  This role is also responsible for solving high level customer/assembly specific problems in the manufacturing process. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Lead monitoring, auditing and reporting of site process through the use of metrics

• Lead new and existing process development, implementation, and controls in support of Plexus and customer specific needs at the site

• Lead implementation of user group standards across the site and support user group projects on specific processes as required

• Mentor and train individuals in various processes, required tools, and philosophies

• Support DFx development on new and existing customer projects and request for quotes

• Lead assessments of new components for implementation into the manufacturing process

• Support tool manufacturing/design through implementation of corporate standards

• Support failure analysis

• Support new customer product introductions

• Lead cost reduction projects on specific projects

• Support process qualifications and validations of both new and existing processes

• Support quote activities by reviewing and ensuring all customer technology requirements are met

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering program for the entire duration of internship. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Junior level status

• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

• Strong communication skills

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.