Intern, Manufacturing Engineer

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading 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 Refrigeration and Food Equipment 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:  Intern, Manufacturing Engineering 

Location:     1925 Ruffin Mill Rd. Colonial Heights, VA 23834 

What we’re looking for: 

We are looking for an Engineering Intern. Our Engineering Internships are project-based internships in development, controls, systems, testing, or operational. This role will assist engineering management with skill and experience-level appropriate research, modeling, design, and/or engineering documentation with existing workflows with increasing complexity. 

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:  

You will be guided by structural goals and objectives and will have a responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects. Your manager will offer coaching, mentoring, and direction. You will be assigned to a technical project in one of the following disciplines: 

• Mechanical Engineering 

• Industrial Engineering,  

• Electrical Engineering 

What are the basic qualifications?  

• Enrollment in 4-year Engineering degree program  

• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale 

What are the preferred qualifications?  

• Rising Junior to rising Senior Level progressing towards a bachelor’s degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial  

• Analytical and conceptual thinking, using logic and reason, creative and strategic thinking 

• Effective statistical analysis skills 

• Effective research and communication skills 

• Effective with written and oral communications 

• Problem solving – being able to solve complex problems effectively and efficiently 

To be a great fit for the role:  

• Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgement 

• Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships 

• Results Driven 

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. 

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

Salary Range :    -   

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

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.

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Job Function : Engineering