Industrial Engineering Intern

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

Smiths Detection is seeking a highly motivated 2025 Summer Intern to join our team. As a Industrial Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. As a Smiths Detection intern, you will have the opportunity to experience, first-hand, the type of work we do within Smiths Detection. You will be responsible for analyzing and improving existing processes while playing a key role in driving for better productivity and cost effectiveness across the operations organization. Key to identifying and implementing changes to improve employee, facility and system performance while maintaining or improving safety, quality and customer service.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

The selected intern will working with a Mentor Industrial Engineer (or Supervisor) and will:

• Improving work methods through application of Lean techniques such as VSM, Continuous flow, Workplace organization 5S, Cycle time, time studies, Ergonomic, Define Waste, TPM program
• Work on targeted projects individually, or in small teams using a hands on approach
• Support Operations with input and guidance for improving utilization of resources and cost benefit analysis
• Performing analyses, developing metrics and applicable reports
• Utilizing Auto CAD to design, redesign and enhance work areas and layouts to maximize ergonomics, space utilization, efficiency and reduce repetitive motions

Qualifications

Education: Degree-track undergraduate or graduate student in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent field).

Experience: Basic understanding of engineering principles required. Experience using 3D design software (SolidWorks preferred). Knowledge of contemporary lean principles also preferred.

Knowledge skills/other attributes:

• Ability to work in matrixed environment with different profession types (i.e. engineers, software developers, project managers, etc.)
• Effective statistical analysis skills
• Effective research and communication skills
• Enthusiasm, idealism, creativity and dedication to getting results
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Auto Cad Program Experience
• US Citizen preferred; ability to pass a background check and security vetting required

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.