Intern, Manufacturing Engineer

Our Story :

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and l eading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony .

DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Summer Intern

Job Summary:

We are looking for a driven and hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer. This role provides the opportunity to gain real-world experience in a production environment, supporting process improvements, troubleshooting manufacturing challenges, and optimizing production workflows. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to efficiency, quality, and safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in evaluating, developing, and improving manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Support data collection and analysis related to production efficiency, downtime, and quality.
• Help design and implement tools, fixtures, or process modifications.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for production issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, maintenance, and operations.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document procedures, work instructions, and process changes.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Completion of at least 1year of relevant coursework.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work in a hands-on shop floor environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Optional):

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems or manufacturing data platforms.
• Prior internship or project experience in a production or engineering setting.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience working on real manufacturing challenges.
• Insight into production systems, quality control, and process optimization.
• Mentorship from experienced manufacturing professionals.
• Skills and experience that support a future career in engineering or operations.

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit

• Winning Through Customers

• Respects and Values People

• Expectations for Results

• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.