Engineering Co-Op/Intern
12476
With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.
PURPOSE: The Engineering Co-Op performs Engineering functions and assists the Engineering team. Works with Engineering staff on projects/tasks that support the Carson City plant and is responsible for reliability improvement, productivity improvement, and process development projects as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Engineering Team when needed.·
- Follows all specifications on Tech Cards.·
- Develops and maintains open, clear and professional communications with all levels of staff. This communication is to be aimed at identifying obstacles to success and developing a plan to address those issues.·
- Recommends modifications to improve reliability and productivity within the plant.·
- Works with management to develop solutions to recurring problems.·
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously.Reports to: Engineering & Quality ManagerQUALIFICATIONS· Engineering Major Junior or Senior year level college/university student·
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and/or Solid Works preferred·
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work cooperatively with others·
- Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels·
- Ability to manage projects with competing deadlines· Strong attention to detail· Sound judgement·
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously· Self-motivated.