Chemical Engineer Co-Op

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company in Chicago, IL invites students to join our Fall 2026 Co-Op. This 1st shift, on-site role offers hands-on experience in polymer products process engineering, with an hourly range of $22 to $30 based on experience.

As a co-op, you will support routine testing, data collection, and process improvement while working with the Polymer Products team at our Chicago headquarters. Applicants should be pursuing an engineering degree and able to commit for six months.

Qualifications

• In-progress degree program from an accredited university/college with a concentration in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related major and returning to school full-time after the work session.
• Ability to commute and work onsite at S&C in Rogers Park, Chicago, IL
• Ability to work full-time (6 months preferred)
• Strong organization and presentation skills, including ability to prioritize workloads and maintain documentation
• Ability to think analytically, independently, and outside of the box to provide fresh ideas to improve processes
• Ability to work with people in a production/plant environment
• Proficiency in the use of PC using Word, Excel, Visio, Project, and Access
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic bookkeeping skills and ability to read drawings

Responsibilities

• Perform routine material testing on epoxy polymer formulations, including but not limited to density, viscosity, LOI, DSC, and block molds
• Test raw materials used to formulate epoxy polymers
• Collect and analyze process data using statistical tools
• Conduct experiments and write clear, concise engineering test reports describing the procedures, results, analyses, and conclusions
• Assist with continuous improvement and 5S activities and initiatives
• Create instruction bulletins or process specification procedures for standard work practices related to manufacturing tooling/processes
• Run software simulations pertaining to injection molding processes and mold designs
• Work with process engineering team on capital projects and new product development efforts

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

In-progress degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Visio

Project

Access

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Available Shift:

1st shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Full-Time Fall 2026 Co-Op

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated per hourly range for this position is $22 - 30 per hour based on experience.

Competitive Weekly Pay Period

The Polymer Products operations at S&C is a world leader for manufacturing medium voltage epoxy insulation products. The engineering team at Polymer Products supports the production operations team to achieve the yield goals through process controls, mold designs, and trainings; seeks continuous improvement with manufacturing processes, mold designs, tools, and equipment through improvement and capital projects; addresses and resolves quality concerns observed with manufactured products through problem-solving activities; and supports new product/process development through design, procurement, installation, and startup.The candidate considered for this position will work on-site at S&C Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois supporting the Polymer Products process engineering team and report to the Assistant Manager-Process Engineering.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform routine material testing on epoxy polymer formulations, including but not limited to density, viscosity, LOI, DSC, and block molds
• Test raw materials used to formulate epoxy polymers
• Collect and analyze process data using statistical tools
• Conduct experiments and write clear, concise engineering test reports describing the procedures, results, analyses, and conclusions
• Assist with continuous improvement and 5S activities and initiatives
• Create instruction bulletins or process specification procedures for standard work practices related to manufacturing tooling/processes
• Run software simulations pertaining to injection molding processes and mold designs
• Work with process engineering team on capital projects and new product development efforts

To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following:

• In-progress degree program from an accredited university/college program with a concentration in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related major and returning to school full-time after the work session.
• Ability to commute and work onsite at S&C in Rogers Park, Chicago, IL
• Ability to work full-time (6 months preferred)
• Strong organization and presentation skills, including ability to prioritize workloads and maintain documentation
• Ability to think analytically, independently, and outside of the box to provide fresh ideas to improve processes
• Ability to work with people in a production/plant environment
• Proficiency in the use of PC using Word, Excel, Visio, Project, and Access
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic bookkeeping skills and ability to read drawings

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing: Occasional standing in lab while performing routine tasks
• Lifting: Occasional lifting of production parts and tooling less than 50 pounds.
• Walking: Frequent walking throughout the facility both indoors and outdoors.
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects such as measuring equipment, prints, etc.
• Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objects, possibly related to production support or lab work
• Pulling: Infrequent pulling of objects, possibly related to production support or lab work
• Bending: Occasional bending during production support or lab work
• Reaching: Infrequent reaching
• Handling: Occasional handling of parts or tools, and hazardous and non-hazardous materials
• Other: Frequent use of personal computer, keyboard, and monitor.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail].