Engineering Technician Co-op: Real-World Lab & Field Impact

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

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.