US Synthetic - Student Engineer - Part Time

This job will close 5/18/2026. US Synthetic has an immediate opening for a Process Student Engineer located in Orem, UT. The Student Engineer will assist the Process Engineer with all aspects of the assigned process and related machinery. This role includes solving problems and applying Lean methods to drive continuous improvement. What's in It for You Hands‑on experience solving problems in a production environment Autonomy and ownership of meaningful projects Mentorship from engineers experienced in cross‑functional disciplines Skill development and training in Lean and Six Sigma practices What You Will Do As the selected individual you will receive OJT or "On the Job" Training for necessary software, procedures and standardized formats. Assist Engineers and Specialists with all aspects of assigned processes and related machines Troubleshoot process and equipment issues Support production operators with machine malfunctions and assist maintenance when needed Help improve product quality on the production floor Lead or support PDCAs for the process Learn and apply Six Sigma principles Create, audit, and maintain Standard Work documents used for operator training, including Critical Knowledge documents and Job Breakdown Sheets Facilitate and train others during process‑related meetings Work a flexible schedule that aligns with your academic commitments. Plan on 15-20 hours per week during school year, up to 40 hours per week during summer. Follow all company policies (Attendance, Tobacco‑Free Campus, Illegal Drug & Alcohol, FMLA, Personal Appearance, Electronic Devices, etc.) Run process‑improvement experiments using tools such as SPC, Six Sigma methods, DOE, material analysis, and 3‑D modeling (Creo or similar) Quantify properties and improve understanding of PDC (polycrystalline diamond compact) inserts or related support processes Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role Acceptance into a bachelor's engineering program Physical Demands Combination of sitting, standing, and walking for eight or more hours Occasional repetitive motions Use of safety equipment (safety glasses, steel‑toed boots) Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma Strong interpersonal skills Ability to apply engineering concepts learned in school Ability to teach and explain methods, standards, and procedures to others (Job Instruction) Comfortable speaking in front of groups Team‑oriented attitude Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JMP, Creo, etc.) Some database knowledge (SQL, statistics)