Division Engineer Intern: Process Innovation & Projects

Grain Processing Corporation in; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) invites applications for the Division Engineer Intern (Finance) position, based in Washington, IN. The intern will assist the Operations division with engineering and technical tasks, including project management, training, and process improvements.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering, with strong Excel and MS Office skills, plus excellent verbal and technical writing abilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering required. Other engineering disciplines may be considered.
• Advanced skill level in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is strongly desired.
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Initiate innovations with respect to process and equipment modifications or changes, which improve operating conditions, safety, energy conservation, environmental concerns, and/or profitability
• Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including preparation of financial justification, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conduct equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and make provisions for repair parts stocking levels.
• Work with the Division Superintendent to represent the interests of the Production Department in discussions with the Engineering, Process Development, and Research Departments on changes or new installations in the division
• Project management tasks such as: purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and startup of projects
• Monitor process equipment downtime records to identify troublesome equipment and provide recommendations for improvements
• Calculate material balances when processes change or when directed by Division Superintendent
• Responsible for concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure of capital projects
• Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives
• Work directly with operations in troubleshooting and resolving process issues

Skills

Excel

Technical writing

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) invites applications for the Division Engineer Intern (Finance) position, based in Washington, IN. The intern will assist the Operations division with engineering and technical tasks, including project management, training, and process improvements.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering, with strong Excel and MS Office skills, plus excellent verbal and technical writing abilities.