Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems’ Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government/military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Overview

We are seeking a Process Engineering Intern to support manufacturing documentation and process improvement initiatives related to lithium-ion battery production. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the day-to-day operations of Li-ion battery manufacturing while contributing to critical documentation and standardization efforts.

The intern will work closely with the Process Engineering team to develop and refine manufacturing documentation, including Sonobuoy Work Instructions and Manufacturing Documents. The position is designed to provide meaningful industry experience and may lead to opportunities for returning internships in future summers or potential direct hire opportunities post graduation.

Responsibilities

Observe and learn daily manufacturing operations within the Li-ion battery production environment
Work with engineers and manufacturing staff to document process steps, tooling, and operational standards
Support process engineering initiatives that improve manufacturing consistency, efficiency, and documentation quality
Organize and maintain controlled documentation for manufacturing processes
Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements and standardization
Communicate progress and collaborate with the engineering team throughout the project

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a STEM or Engineering degree (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field)
Open to students of any academic year
Interest in manufacturing, process engineering, or energy storage technologies
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with engineering teams
Basic technical writing or engineering documentation experience is a plus

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) the employee must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

East Penn Benefits

At Navitas/East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

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