IKO North America
Engineering Intern- Spring of 2027
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IKO Industries Ltd.
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
General Description:
The Engineering Intern works under the guidance of experienced engineers and contributes to various engineering projects and tasks within the company. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the engineering field.
Essential Functions
- Must have the ability & willingness to perform at the expected level of attendance at IKO Glass Fibers, Inc.; to work every day, on time, as scheduled.
- Promote and maintain IKO safety goals and ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Leads safety and housekeeping efforts and corrective actions within department, assigned projects, and areas with goal of zero incidents. Exemplifies safety in all actions and leads by example.
- Assist in design and development of products, systems, or components. Which may include drafting, 3D modeling, or prototyping.
- Conduct research, data analysis, and simulations to support engineering projects and decision-making processes.
- Participate in testing and quality control procedures to ensure products or systems meet specifications and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of engineering activities, including design documentation, test results, and project reports.
- Provide technical support to other team members and departments, offering solutions to engineering challenges and troubleshooting issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, production staff, and project managers, to ensure project goals are met.
- Actively engage in learning opportunities, seek mentorship from experienced engineers, and attend relevant training sessions or seminars.
- Other duties as required.
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Skills
- Enrolled in an accredited engineering program (mechanical, electrical, chemical, or industrial).
- Strong academic performance and a passion for engineering.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with others in a team environment.
- Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle complex assignments with a proactive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
- Organized, self-starter, results oriented, unique problem solver.
Beneficial Experience And Skills
- Previous engineering coursework, projects, or internships.
Training Requirements
- Any training required by IKO
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee daily to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, or otherwise moves objects up to 50 lbs.
- Regularly bends, stoops, stretches, and reaches to stock office supplies, etc.
- Frequently moves about the facility to survey plant and associates.
- Regularly operates computer and other office equipment.
- Occasionally attends meetings away from the office.
- Regularly work outside in various extreme weather conditions.
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PPE Requirements:
- In plant areas, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses with side shields are required. Hard hat may be required under some conditions.
Education Requirements:
- Enrolled in an accredited engineering program (mechanical, electrical, chemical, or industrial).
Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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