Engineering Co-Op / Internship Program

Midland · On-site

About this role

Smith Industries designs and manufactures engineered process equipment and utility infrastructure solutions serving the Oil & Gas, Data Center, Utility, and Industrial markets across North America.

We are seeking motivated Mechanical and Industrial Engineering students who want hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is not a desk-only internship. Students will spend time in the engineering office, on the shop floor, and alongside operational leaders working on real projects that directly impact production, quality, efficiency, and customer delivery.

What You Will Do

  • Support manufacturing and production engineering initiatives
  • Assist with process improvement and continuous improvement projects
  • Review engineering documentation, drawings, and bills of material (BOMs)
  • Support production planning, scheduling, and project execution activities
  • Assist with material tracking, reporting, and operational metrics
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams
  • Participate in shop-floor problem solving and root cause analysis
  • Contribute to projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance
What We Are Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Manufacturing Engineering
    • Or a related engineering discipline
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard engineering software tools
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Interest in manufacturing, fabrication, operations, project management, or continuous improvement
  • Willingness to spend time both in an office and manufacturing environment
What You Will Learn

Participants will gain practical exposure to:

  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Continuous Improvement & Lean Principles
  • Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Material Management & Supply Chain
  • Quality Systems & Process Control
  • Project Management
  • Engineering Documentation & Design Support
  • Executive Leadership and Cross-Functional Decision Making
Why Smith Industries?

At Smith Industries, interns and co-op students work on meaningful projects alongside experienced engineers and operational leaders. You will gain firsthand exposure to the challenges and opportunities involved in building critical infrastructure that powers communities across North America.

Company at a glance

Epitomizing comprehensive support, Smith Industries provides diverse solutions spanning design engineering, drafting, procurement, fabrication, and modular construction. With an unwavering dedication to excellence and pioneering methodology, the organization adeptly addresses various energy sector demands, diligently ensuring project execution maintains unparalleled precision and efficacy from initial planning to final implementation.

As the foremost surface production equipment fabricator within the West Texas and Eastern New Mexico expanse, Smith Industries has cemented its position as an industry vanguard. Leveraging advanced facilities coupled with an expert workforce, the group consistently provides high-caliber equipment purposefully engineered to satisfy the exacting specifications of the oil and gas domain. Supplementing this extensive skillset, Smith Industries distinguishes itself as the region's singular manufacturer of pre-engineered steel utility poles. This exclusive capacity empowers the company to furnish resilient, economical provisions for both power distribution networks and foundational infrastructural expansion.

Founded2004
Team Size201-500 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryOil and Gas
Location
Midland County, Texas, United States

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