Process Engineering Co-op Student (4-8 Month)

Evonik Oxeno; Maitland; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Canada Inc. in Maitland, ON, is offering a Process Engineering Co-op for 4 to 8 months. The role provides hands-on exposure to hydrogen peroxide plant processing, data collection, and process improvements.

You'll work with operations and engineering managers to implement SPC/SQC processes, update procedures, and support safety and quality initiatives while developing technical knowledge in chemical engineering. This paid co-op welcomes junior/senior students who are eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a junior or intermediate chemical or nanotechnology engineering student.
• Ability to work safely in a chemical plant environment.
• Strong writing and documentation skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations to understand processes and identify improvements.
• Support data collection and SPC/SQC initiatives to drive proactive improvements.
• Update Operating Procedures and Standard Operating Conditions.
• Assist in safety, quality and process-improvement projects in a hydrogen peroxide plant.
• Investigate utilities consumption and propose reductions without impacting operations.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) systems.
• Assist with equipment sizing, plant tests, and Process Safety Information.
• Collaborate with site personnel to build technical knowledge.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation skills

Education

Chemical Engineering student

Job description

August 21, 2026

Process Engineering Co-op Student (4-8 Month)

What We Offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues.

Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Responsibilities

• Work with the Operations team to understand the process, learn about the pinch points and work with the teams to recommend improvements
• Part of above will be working with the Site Manager and Engineering Manager to build a network of data collection to identify opportunities for improvement and begin implementing SPC and SQC processes to drive a proactive vs. reactive culture
• Update Operating Procedures and Standard Operating Conditions
• Implement audit findings and small projects to support safety, quality and process improvements in an operating Hydrogen Peroxide Plant
• Investigate site steam, electricity, process water and cooling water consumption and make recommendations for reduction without impacting Plant Operations
• Improving the site Process Safety Management (PSM) systems
• Other tasks designed to support the plant. These could involve sizing equipment, writing and supervising plant tests, organizing Process Safety Information and other general support to plant operations.
• Students will have the opportunity to be involved in Process Hazard Analysis as they are scheduled and collaborate with other sites technical personnel to build their technical knowledge

Requirements

• Junior to Intermediate Chemical Or Nanotechnology Engineering Student
• Ability to work Safely, this is an Operating Chemical Plant
• Strong verbal communication skills and a desire to learn
• Excellent writing and documentation skills

Transportation and Housing

Limited public transit is available, having access to a car is helpful. Look at www.riverroute.ca to understand the transit offering.

Students are responsible for finding their own housing. Site staff will give contacts if requested.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this role depends on the work term of the successful student. The salary range at Maitland site is $23 to $36 per hour depending on the experience of the student.

Targeted Degrees And Disciplines

ENG - Chemical Engineering

Company

Evonik Canada Inc.

Location

Canada | Maitland, ON

Contract

Full time

Closing Date

08/21/2026

Industry

Administration / Support / Service

Job ID

R48124