Co-op Engineer: Product Development & Quality Process

Ahlstrom-5; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Ahlstrom's Stevens Point Mill invites students to join our Product Development & Quality Co-op program for Spring or Fall 2027. This role supports safety, quality, production, cost, and product development on a paper machine process line, offering hands-on experience in a team-focused environment.

Current students in Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related engineering fields are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in an engineering degree program in relevant fields.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Willingi to relocate to Stevens Point area in 2027

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost optimization projects by conducting trials and writing trial reports.
• Assist with machine shutdowns and start-ups.
• Provide technical support to process engineers and coordinators with Proficy, Centerlining, Optivision and Aspentech systems.
• Monitor, assess, and optimize process quality and conditions.
• Assess process variability and implement improvements.
• Support key departments with technical expertise.
• Lead or assist safety and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Paper Science or Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Proficy

Centerlining

Optivision

Aspentech

Job description

Ahlstrom's Stevens Point Mill invites students to join our Product Development & Quality Co-op program for Spring or Fall 2027. This role supports safety, quality, production, cost, and product development on a paper machine process line, offering hands-on experience in a team-focused environment.

Current students in Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related engineering fields are encouraged to apply.