Quality Engineer Intern Summer 2026

Job description

Quality Engineer Intern Summer 2026

Requisition ID: 45863

Job Location(s):
Milwaukee, WI, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Seg

Job Function: Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)

Work Location Type: On-site

**The Impact You'll Make**

As our **Quality Engineering Intern** , you’ll play a key role in advancing quality systems and digital tools that drive continuous improvement across our operations.

Your impact?

You’ll work closely with the Quality Engineer, contributing to critical projects such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) implementation, data visualization, and the development of intuitive shopfloor feedback systems.

You’ll collaborate across departments and gain hands-on experience in quality systems, database design, and software interface development—right in the heart of a real-world manufacturing environment.

**What You’ll Be Doing**

+ Assist in redesigning and migrating Microsoft Access databases to modern platforms (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Power Platform).
+ Support quality initiatives including SPC (Statistical Process Control), defect tracking, non-conformance analysis, and data validation.
+ Participate in Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.
+ Collaborate with shopfloor staff to gather user feedback and enhance digital tools.
+ Help develop and test user-friendly applications and interfaces for shopfloor data collection and access.
+ Work with the Quality Engineer to understand process requirements and how data informs decision-making.
+ Document workflows, data structures, and system modifications to support knowledge transfer and system sustainability.

**What We're Looking For**

+ A student currently pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and a basic understanding of programming or scripting—or a strong willingness to learn.
+ A team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and functions.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage both internal and external stakeholders.
+ Excellent time and project management skills, with the ability to organize and implement effective systems and processes.
+ A proactive mindset with the confidence to respectfully challenge the status quo and suggest improvements.

**What You'll Get from Us**

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We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
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You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Your well-being matters to us.
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We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
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You’ll receive benefits that vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

**Ready to Make a Difference?**

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment.

We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933.

Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment.

We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933.

Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

**Nearest Major Market:** Milwaukee

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