Welcome to Hytrol Careers
About Hytrol: At Hytrol, we create material handling technology and relationships that move the world. Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas & Fort Smith, Arkansas, we are a leading material handling technology company offering a wide range of products and solutions for our customers and partners. When you join Hytrol, you join a group dedicated to pushing the limits of what is possible in material handling and improving the well-being of both ourselves and others.
Internship Overview: The Hytrol Internship program is a 10-week opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. Interns work side-by-side with industry professionals on real-world projects. Participants graduate from the program having developed both professionally and personally.
- 10-week summer program: May 24 – July 30, 2027
- Average 40 hours per week @ min $20/hour
- Housing provided for out-of-town participants
- Extensive professional development opportunities
Job Summary: As a Summer Intern at Hytrol, you will work within one of our specialized engineering teams—Design, R&D, Controls, Manufacturing, or Enterprise Improvement. You will be part of a collaborative team tasked with developing, improving, and supporting material handling systems and conveyor technology that serves a wide range of industries worldwide. Through this role, you will contribute to innovative solutions that push the boundaries of material handling, enhance efficiency, and support our customers' needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design: Collaborate with design teams to develop innovative conveyor systems, material handling solutions, and custom products to meet customer needs.
- Research & Development: Engage in research activities to improve existing technologies and develop new solutions that advance the field of material handling.
- Product Testing & Validation: Conduct product testing to validate designs, ensure safety standards are met, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the product development phase.
- Project Management: Oversee project timelines, ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within budget. Coordinate with various departments such as manufacturing, sales, and customer service.
- Enterprise Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement in engineering design, production, and performance, implementing best practices to enhance overall product quality and efficiency.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, technical drawings, testing results, and reports.
Engineering Specializations:Product & Design Engineering:
- Work within a specific conveyor model family, attaining technical mastery in all design aspects.
- Collaborate with Product Engineers, Order Processors, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless design execution and support.
- Address design errors and rework issues, ensuring the accuracy and functionality of the product.
Research and Development (R&D) Engineering:
- Contribute to the development of advanced material handling equipment and technologies.
- Perform research, conduct tests, collect and analyze data, and maintain comprehensive test records.
- Collaborate on CAD designs and project management, driving innovation in conveyor technology.
- Communicate findings and design recommendations to the team for implementation.
Controls Engineering:
- Develop and configure control packages using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and other devices for conveyors.
- Design electrical panels containing hardware to support control systems.
- Work closely with applications teams and customers to meet job-specific control requirements.
- Provide electrical and controls support for conveyor lab equipment used in testing and showings.
Manufacturing Engineering:
- Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and develop strategies to improve production flow.
- Monitor material utilization and implement cost-saving projects, collaborating with manufacturing teams.
- Assist in researching equipment related to capital improvements.
- Focus on optimizing efficiency and improving operational procedures.
Enterprise Improvement Engineering:
- Partner with production teams to design processes that enhance workflow and efficiency.
- Develop specialized tools or equipment to help operators complete tasks more efficiently.
- Monitor waste and non-value-added activities. Research equipment to support capital improvement initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste and increasing productivity.
Christy Valentine, Manager of Academic & Philanthropic Programs, oversees the Hytrol Internship Program:
[email protected].
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