Milwaukee, WI, US
13 hours ago
Reliability Engineering Intern

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Overview

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.

How you will help us create value together:

As a Reliability Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Reliability And Test Enginering (RTE) department.  The RTE department primarily supports design for reliability (DfR) and field validation and test activities for new product development (NPD) and product issue resolution projects.

This position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District! The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has potential to be extended into the Fall 2025 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.

Key Job Responsibilities Evaluate and assess the quality of various reliability attributes of Komatsu components and products. Populate Reliability database in SolidWorks Manage in support of product issue resolution and reliability modeling of new and existing products. Perform various reliability analyses using ReliaSoft and MSExcel software. Assist with Root Cause Analysis on Komatsu products and components. Assist with machine Risk Assessments. Assist with the performance of DFMEA’s on Komatsu components and products. Create New Product Development and other Engineering process documents using MSWord and MSExcel. Basic Qualifications Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Reliability Engineering, or similar, from an accredited college or university. Junior, Senior, or Master’s level student in good academic standing. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team toward established goals. Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Preferred Qualifications Interest in or aptitude to learn about careers in the heavy equipment industry. Basic familiarity or experience with statistics and/or reliability concepts, tools, and methods. Additional Information

What makes Komatsu’s intern program unique?

The Milwaukee Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as: Meet & greets with executive leadership Volunteer Week Appreciation Events End-of-Summer Capstone presentations Company-sponsored travel opportunities Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field


We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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