Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

Location: Onsite - South Salt Lake, Utah (84119) 
Schedule: Full Time, Hourly
Shift: First Shift 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 
Duration: Temporary Summer 2025 from May - August

Torus is a pioneering, sustainable energy solutions company based in Utah, dedicated to revolutionizing renewable energy storage and management. Our mission is to empower communities to become their own sustainable energy providers.

We are driven by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and community. We tackle critical challenges facing the American energy landscape. Our advanced Torus Spin Flywheel™ technology charges and discharges electricity 16 times faster than traditional batteries, ensuring rapid response to grid demands and enhancing energy efficiency.

Our advanced manufacturing, research, and development facilities in South Salt Lake and Springville, Utah drive continuous innovation, and our commitment to American manufacturing ensures quality and reliability. Join us at Torus and be part of an exciting team that is transforming the energy landscape.

We are looking for interns to join our Manufacturing Operations team for the summer. The internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will work closely with our Operations team, contributing to key projects that enhance production efficiency, quality and overall operational excellence. 

Torus interns are valued as part of the team. You’ll support the Manufacturing Operations team by assessing, defining and writing procedures to streamline production processes. That means, you get to solve real problems. 

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in manufacturing and electrical assembly within a manufacturing setting.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and learn from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to various aspects of the manufacturing process, including quality control and process improvement.
• Potential for future career opportunities within the company.

As a Manufacturing Intern, your expected projects will be to:

• Train and be trained on the assembly process for Torus Nova Spin and Torus Pulse
• Support quality control programs and processes.
• Uphold and maintain safety compliance
• Responsibilities will also include conducting research, collaborating with team members, document standard operating procedures, identify ways that we can improve our assembly process and production line and ensure efficiency and quality control and safety within the manufacturing environment. 

• Continuing Bachelor's degree in a related Manufacturing or Engineering discipline (Manufacturing Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
• Completed Freshman year (2 semesters).
• Strong academic performance, typically reflected by a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and components.
• Basic understanding of industry principles and practices relevant to the department of interest.
• CAD Experience working with mechanical assemblies and drawings in SOLIDWORKS.
• Working knowledge of Google Office Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, or similar software.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of the internship program.
• Availability to work the scheduled hours determined by the department's needs.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Authorization to work in the country where the internship is located. 

• Previous internship or work experience in a related field.
• Hands-on experience with soldering and basic electrical tools.

You’ll be a great fit if you have a passion for helping to solve complex climate challenges and are committed to finding new innovative ways to preserve and enhance our planet. As a member of a rapidly growing startup with an excitement to learn new technologies, you’ll add incredible value as a self-starter and apply your technical skills to empower our customers to discover, purchase, and install the Torus products that will help them live clean, renewable lives.

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.
Experience Continuing Bachelor's degree in a related Manufacturing or Engineering discipline (Manufacturing Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) and completed Freshman year (2 semesters).
Location Onsite - South Salt Lake, Utah (84119). This position works in an air-conditioned warehouse/manufacturing and cleanroom environments. A break area is available with refrigerator access, microwave, coffee maker, and drink/snack machines.
Schedule Full-Time + Hourly
Duration Temporary from May - August 2025 (potential to extend)
Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.