Capital Engineering Co-Op: Projects & Process Optimization

Ahlstrom; Town of Mosinee (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom's Mosinee, Wisconsin plant is seeking a Capital Engineer Co-Op for 2027 Spring or Fall semesters. The role supports capital project planning, budgeting, tracking, and administrative activities, offering hands-on experience in infrastructure investments and financial analysis.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to coordinate projects, evaluate improvements, assist with shutdowns/startups, and help drive continuous improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering degree program (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Controls/Automation, or similar).
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Willing to relocate to Mosinee, WI for 2027 Spring or Fall semesters.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator across organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost optimization projects.
• Assist with machine shutdowns and start-ups.
• Monitor, assess, analyze, and optimize process quality and conditions.
• Monitor, assess, and analyze process variability.
• Reduce environmental impact.
• Provide technical support for key departments.
• Provide problem solving and analytical skills.
• Follow manufacturing, hygiene processes and safety requirements.
• Assist or lead safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost-control, compliance, and housekeeping projects.
• Support operations/maintenance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering degree program

Job description

Ahlstrom's Mosinee, Wisconsin plant is seeking a Capital Engineer Co-Op for 2027 Spring or Fall semesters. The role supports capital project planning, budgeting, tracking, and administrative activities, offering hands-on experience in infrastructure investments and financial analysis.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to coordinate projects, evaluate improvements, assist with shutdowns/startups, and help drive continuous improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards.