2027 Powder Atomization Process Engineering Internship – ATI Specialty Materials Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us. Engineer the process behind advanced materials – Intern in Powder Atomization Process Engineering at ATI.At ATI, we engineer specialty materials that power the next generation of aircraft, spacecraft, surgical implants, and energy systems. As a Powder Atomization Process Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside Engineering and Operations teams to improve manufacturing processes, support automation initiatives, and enhance the quality and consistency of powder production. You'll apply your engineering knowledge to hands-on projects involving process optimization, error-proofing, and melt cleanliness. What You'll Work OnDepending on your project assignment, you may: Configure barcode scanning to error-proof the BPO can-up process, collaborating across plants with the Oakdale (OAK) team. Develop a process to perform addbacks and dilutions on BOSS at BPO, reducing reliance on manual processing. Support melt cleanliness initiatives. Analyze process data and manufacturing information to identify opportunities for quality and process improvement. Partner with Operations and Engineering teams to develop and implement practical process improvements.
What You'll Gain:
Hands-on experience with powder atomization and specialty materials manufacturing.
Practical experience with process improvement, automation, and error-proofing.
Experience supporting cross-plant engineering collaboration and process standardization.
Exposure to melt cleanliness, ultrasonic testing (UT), and quality improvement initiatives.
Opportunities to apply engineering principles to real-world manufacturing challenges.
Experience working with Engineering and Operations teams on projects designed to improve process consistency, quality, and efficiency.
Experience developing solutions that reduce manual processes and process variation.
Potential opportunity to transition into a full-time Process Engineering or related Engineering position at ATI after graduation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in: Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
Rising junior or senior preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Interest in manufacturing processes, process improvement, and automation.
Ability to analyze process information and identify opportunities to improve quality and consistency.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Operations, and cross-functional teams.
Willingness to work in a manufacturing and plant environment.
We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions. ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.
