Engineering Intern

Minerals Technologies Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) seeks a Process & Manufacturing Support Engineering Intern to help develop and maintain applications that control the manufacturing process at our Canaan, CT site.

You will participate in initiatives to maximize equipment availability and reliability, while building foundational engineering skills. The internship emphasizes hands-on project work, development of best practices, and exposure to safety procedures and continuous improvement methods like 5S, Kaizen,

Qualifications

• Engineering principles knowledge and project experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Self-motivated with good organization and detail orientation.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Familiar with plant operations and basic process concepts.
• Experience reading P&IDs and mass/energy balances is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining applications to control manufacturing processes.
• Support initiatives to maximize equipment availability and reliability.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings and documentation.
• Identify technologies and equipment to upgrade existing processes.
• Gather and analyze data for product and process development and troubleshooting.
• Prepare equipment specifications and assist in due diligence and bids.
• Recommend instrumentation configurations and assist in commissioning.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Teamwork

English communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mining Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet tools

Job description

Overview

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI)

MTI is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world.

Why Intern at MTI?

• Develop professional skills through structured learning and development experiences.
• Learn from experienced professionals through mentorship and coaching.
• Participate in our Speaker Series events featuring business and technical leaders.
• Connect with employees and fellow interns through networking events and Coffee Chats.
• Explore career opportunities across a global manufacturing and technology organization.
• Present your work and accomplishments to business leaders at the end of your internship.
• Build a professional network and gain valuable experience that prepares you for future internships and full-time career opportunities.

AtMTI, interns are valued contributors who work alongside experienced professionals to solve real business challenges and make meaningful contributions from day one.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Minerals Technologies has an opening for a Process & Manufacturing Support Engineering Intern in Canaan, CT. The intern will help develop and maintain applications to control the manufacturing process. Help develop and implement various initiatives to maximize equipment availability, reliability, productivity, and minimize operational maintenance costs.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Process troubleshooting & optimization. Support existing plants by identifying problems and implementingsolutions.
• Develops engineering flow diagrams, process and instrumentation diagrams, and mass and energy balances for existing, new and conceptual unit operations and processes.
• Compiling and maintaining basis of design information.
• Identifying technologies, process equipment, and unit operations for upgrading existing processes.
• Develops new processes for the manufacture of new and/or improved products.
• Gathers, evaluates and correlates data pertinent to product and process development, scale-up, commissioning and troubleshooting chemical and mineral product processing unit operations and processes.
• Develops equipment specifications. Performs technical due diligence. Issues bid tabs including recommendations and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of process instrumentation and associated equipment with the ability to make recommendations, configure, commission, and troubleshoot equipment and electrical connections.
• Create deliverable Control System documentation.
• Explore new technologies, techniques and procedures to evaluate and develop enhanced diagnostic and predicative capabilities for maintenance work force.
• Development of Best Practices.
• Understands and/or actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.

OE/Lean: 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, Standard Work

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Relevant coursework, academic projects, laboratory work, research experience, or previous internship experience related to engineering principles and practices.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated individual with excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
• Familiar with the operation of standard chemical plant unit operations.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office software and other standard software in an engineering and office environment. Strong computer literacy, especially the creation and use of various spreadsheet tools for improved efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to read, understand and generate engineering drawings and documents including P&ID’s, PFD’s, mass and energy balance, equipment specifications, process descriptions, etc.

Education:

The ideal candidate is currently seeking a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Mining or Industrial Engineering.

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may work in a combination of office, laboratory, manufacturing, or other operational environments depending on assigned projects and business needs.

Responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and using standard office equipment including computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. The position may also require interaction with manufacturing equipment, laboratory instruments, production processes, or outdoor work areas under the supervision of Company personnel.

The employee will regularly communicate with internal and external stakeholders through face-to-face interactions, telephone calls, electronic communications, and written correspondence.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, steel-toed footwear, high-visibility clothing, and other site-specific PPE, may be required when entering manufacturing, laboratory, or field locations. Adherence to all MTI safety policies, procedures, and training requirements is mandatory.

Work Hours:

Work schedule will be established based on business needs and the intern's academic schedule and availability.

Safety Training:

New employees hired into this position will receive New Employee Safety Training through the Company's learning management system.