Engineering Technician Co-Op

Bayer; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Bayer in Ames, IA is seeking an Engineering Technician Co-Op to work with product supply and R&D teams on real‑world engineering challenges. You will assist with testing, data collection, instrumentation, and documentation while developing practical technical skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers and cross‑functional teams, learning to apply engineering methodologies and data analysis tools in a dynamic agricultural innovations environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (mechanical, electrical, software).
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with good problem‑solving skills.
• Able to interpret drawings, procedures and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with testing, validation and optimization of equipment and processes.
• Collect, organize, analyze and report technical data from lab, greenhouse, field and manufacturing environments.
• Support installation, calibration, modification and qualification of engineering equipment and instrumentation.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs and test reports.
• Assist with prototype development, fixture design and assembly activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality and productivity.
• Use software tools for data analysis, project tracking, and documentation.
• Participate in root cause investigations and problem solving.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or software engineering

Tools

CAD

Programming

Automation tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Engineering Technician Co-Op

This co‑op provides students with the opportunity to work on real‑world engineering challenges, partner with experienced engineers, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and contribute to projects that impact agricultural innovation and global product supply operations. Participants will build practical technical skills while developing professional capabilities that prepare them for future engineering careers.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist engineers with testing, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of equipment, systems, and processes;
• Collect, organize, analyze, and report technical data from laboratory, greenhouse, field, manufacturing, and operational environments;
• Support installation, maintenance, calibration, modification, and qualification of engineering equipment and instrumentation;
• Create and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), test reports, and engineering records;
• Assist with prototype development, fixture design, fabrication, and assembly activities;
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost reduction;
• Utilize software tools for data analysis, visualization, project tracking, and technical documentation;
• Participate in root cause investigations and problem‑solving activities using engineering methodologies;
• Support project planning, execution, and tracking activities, including status reporting and milestone management;
• Present project progress, technical findings, and recommendations to engineering and business stakeholders;
• Follow all company safety, environmental, quality, and compliance requirements.

Key Working Relationships

• Engineering Capability Hub engineers and technicians;
• Seed Production Innovation teams;
• Product Supply personnel;
• External contractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors as applicable.

WHO YOU ARE

Qualifications & Competencies

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, software engineering, or a related technical discipline;
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude;
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem‑solving methods;
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, and documentation;
• Familiarity with data analysis, automation, instrumentation, CAD, programming, or manufacturing systems;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities;Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $24.00 to $45.50. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits may include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc (if relevant). This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

  This posting will be available for application until at least March 19, 2027

  To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

  Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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  Location: United States : Iowa : AMES

  Division: Crop Science

  Reference Code: 892844

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