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Quality Engineering Intern AZEK


Job Location:

Wilmington, DE - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 25
Posted: 25 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and StruXure.

With over 8000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago we boast 31 operating sites 6 recycling facilities and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce were united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation a Zero Harm culture and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

As a James Hardie intern you will gain hands-on experience in your chosen field while contributing to meaningful projects that drive business results. Our 12-week paid internship program is designed to provide real-world industry exposure strengthen your professional and technical skills and help prepare you for a successful career. Throughout the program you will collaborate with experienced professionals build valuable relationships across the organization and take on work that makes a measurable impact. You will also have access to mentoring opportunities and professional development resources to support your growth and career aspirations.

Internship Objective

Support the expansion of inline automated inspection capabilities. Working with the Senior Quality Engineer and cross-functional partners the intern will help further develop automated inspection methods evaluate system performance analyze data and identify opportunities to improve inspection effectiveness and manufacturing quality.

By the end of the internship the intern will:

  • Contribute to the continued development and expansion of inline automated inspection.
  • Apply statistical analysis and mechanical problem-solving skills to evaluate inspection performance and improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate effectively with Quality Process Engineering Operations and Capital Engineering partners.
What Youll Do:

Automated Inspection Development

  • Support the Senior Quality Engineer in further developing and expanding inline automated inspection for decking.
  • Assist with testing data collection and evaluation of inspection capabilities as the project scope develops.

Data and Performance Analysis

  • Analyze inspection and process data using appropriate statistical methods.
  • Document findings issues and improvement opportunities for review with the project team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Quality Process Engineering Operations and Capital Engineering to advance inspection capability.
  • Provide clear progress updates and follow through on assigned actions and deliverables.
What Youll Bring:
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelors degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university with an anticipated graduation between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising senior and rising junior).
  • Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
  • Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Skills

  • Target majors: chemical enginering manufacturing engineering mechanical engineering industrial engineering
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Statistical analysis skills including experience with Minitab or a similar tool.
  • Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving ability.
  • Strong attention to detail communication collaboration and follow-through.
What Youll Receive:

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $20 to $25 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience skills geography and may change over time.

  • Full-time work experience and competitive pay
  • Meaningful projects with business impact
  • Mentorship and guidance
  • Feedback and evaluation
  • Exposure to James Hardie culture
  • Networking opportunities and skill development

This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group LLC a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies where youll contribute to a culture driven by growth collaboration and meaningful impact.

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity/expression genetic information veterans status marital status pregnancy disability or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits including but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.


Required Experience:

Intern


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