Chemical Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a 2026 Trainee to develop and grow into leadership roles across plants. You will apply classroom learning to field projects, supporting production goals and working with engineers and managers in different departments.

as a trainee, you will complete technical projects to understand quarry/aggregate operations, learn department missions, and ensure safety and environmental compliance while aligning with company policies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering with junior/senior status.
• Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to project goals.

Responsibilities

• Apply education to field projects and support assigned work.
• Assist plant operations to meet production goals with engineers and managers.
• Complete technical projects to understand quarry or aggregate site operations.
• Learn the missions of production, maintenance and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations and company policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Team motivation

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Chemical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Line of Business: Cement & White

For potential Trainee in 2026; use to develop for other plants or grow into other leadership roles

Job Description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Put your education into action in the field to support and participate in assigned project work.
• Support the plant operations in achieving production goals while partnering with experienced engineers, managers, and production employees in different departments.
• Complete technical projects to gain an understanding of the operations of a quarry or aggregate site.
• Learn the mission of the production, maintenance, and quality departments and different job and functions.
• Ensures compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures

What Are We Looking For

• Current juniors and seniors working toward a degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering
• Commitment and engagement through a high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best of the company
• Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision making skills

Work Environment

• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to various aspects of the building materials industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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