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Fenner, Inc.
NPD Textile Intern - Summer 2027
Job Description
Fenner Precision Polymers has an exciting internship opportunity with the Fenner New Product Textile Engineering Team at Manheim/Lititz, PA. The successful candidate will be responsible for product/process/testing needs for the textile product category. As part of the New Product Development Team, you will ……. S/he will be responsible for collaborating with various departments to: Conduct lab testing on technical textiles according to product development needs 3D model new fixtures or product models to enhance product understanding Develop proficiency in emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to support project work, data analysis, content creation, and operational efficiency under the guidance of team leaders Learn components and processes of rapier looms Technical documentation: Updating specs to new format Product validation
- mechanical properties like tensile, tear, EPI, PPI, weight, etc. 3D modeling of weave patterns R&D projects Alternative fabrics
- quartz, MWPE, etc.
- applications, testing Core Competencies Required Demonstrated ability to…. 3D model in Solidworks Record and interpret measured properties of lab tests Proven skills in… Mechanical engineering principles
- stress, strain, coefficient of friction, etc. Statistical analysis of test results Working knowledge of… Basic lab equipment and software
- MTS, hot presses, Microsoft package, etc.
Relative Experience:
A minimum of 2 years of college in a related field. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations N/A Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.Career Insights for Product Development Manager
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What they do
A Product Development Manager is responsible for developing new products by identifying potential markets or requirements, perhaps by conducting market research. Determines the product requirements, specifications, production timetables and pricing. introduction. May also develop marketing strategies.
$160,733 / year median in Pennsylvania
+1% projected growth