Chemical Engineering Intern

Job Description

The Chemical Engineering Intern will work for 12-14 weeks (May to August) to help implement process improvements. The Chemical Engineering Intern will collaborate across the organization on efforts involving design for manufacturability and cost savings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively in a team to implement manufacturing process improvements

Collaborate with program mentors and champions to identify best methods for automating processes

Utilize a structured engineering approach to deploy best practices for process control and to improve yields

Initiate and/or update documentation of processes into work instructions

Compares existing manufacturing practices with external benchmarks and industry best practices and proposes appropriate improvements.  Maintains knowledge on current industry standards

Leads capital project efforts to resolve production capacity and technology capability issues

Present multiple project updates to the local leadership team

Limited travel required for workshops and trade shows
 

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

Requires ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Project management and structured problem solving with the ability to make data-based and ethical decisions

Eagerness to learn quickly

Capability for designing and analyzing experiments utilizing statistical tools

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including strong verbal, writing and presentation skills

Ability to lead and participate effectively in cross-functional teams
 

Education and Experience:

Current college Junior or Senior earning Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Experience in applying engineering concepts to solve problems.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.