Division Engineer Co-op: Process Innovation & Projects

Grain Processing Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation in Muscatine, IA, is seeking a Division Engineer Co-Op to provide technical and engineering support to the Operations division, helping optimize processes and energy use.

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural, or Mechanical Engineering with internship or co-op experience is preferred. Strong Excel and communication skills, plus the ability to multi-task, are valued for contributing to capital projects and equipment start-ups.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering.
• Internship or co-op experience in operations or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills.
• Advanced skill level in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent time management with ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Initiate innovations with respect to process and equipment modifications to improve safety, energy conservation, environmental concerns, and profitability.
• Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including financial justification and tracking.
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation and provide equipment qualification and training.
• Collaborate with Division Superintendent and other departments on changes or new installations.
• Project management tasks including purchasing materials, installation, budget tracking, and startup.
• Monitor downtime records and recommend improvements.
• Calculate material balances when processes change or as directed.
• Oversee concept design, estimating, purchasing, installation, startup, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure of capital projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and cost estimates for process improvements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation in Muscatine, IA, is seeking a Division Engineer Co-Op to provide technical and engineering support to the Operations division, helping optimize processes and energy use.

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural, or Mechanical Engineering with internship or co-op experience is preferred. Strong Excel and communication skills, plus the ability to multi-task, are valued for contributing to capital projects and equipment start-ups.