Engineering Co-Op: Process Improvement & Projects

hydritechemicalco; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrite Chemical Co. is seeking an Engineering Co-Op for Spring 2027 in Texas to gain practical experience on engineering projects and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The role runs full-time from January to August 2027 and reports to the Engineering Manager.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a B.S. in Engineering (preferably Mechanical or Chemical), with strong computer skills and proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in accredited university pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Power Point (or equivalent software applications).
• Good presentation skills preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical analysis for projects as assigned.
• Assist in implementation of capital projects and maintenance activities, where appropriate.
• Perform engineering clerical-type duties as assigned.
• Investigate, evaluate and implement process related cost saving improvements such as waste reduction, cycle-time reduction, lower cost raw material qualification, scale-up, and shelf-life improvements.
• Investigate, evaluate and implement process related cycle time improvements such as batch process time reduction, continuous process throughput increase, pre/post-batch cleanout time reduction, and quality improvement intended to accomplish capacity generation.
• Investigate, evaluate and implement site energy reduction and/or sustainability improvement opportunities.
• Works with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support as necessary/directed.
• Supports effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Skills

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Hydrite Chemical Co. is seeking an Engineering Co-Op for Spring 2027 in Texas to gain practical experience on engineering projects and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The role runs full-time from January to August 2027 and reports to the Engineering Manager.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a B.S. in Engineering (preferably Mechanical or Chemical), with strong computer skills and proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint.