Food & Beverage Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Gray AES; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray AES is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Lexington, KY or Cincinnati, OH offices. This role provides hands-on exposure to food and beverage processing projects within a multidisciplinary team.

Visa sponsorship is not available. You will apply engineering principles to develop process designs, assist with project specifications, estimation, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, and collaborate with peers, managers, and customers to ensure

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred.
• Some experience in detailed process design is preferred, especially related to food and beverage processing lines.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word; experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with attention to detail and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to develop process design for food and beverage processing applications.
• Assist in the development of project specifications, estimation, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Work closely with peers, project managers, and customers to support project success and align with functional requirements.
• Participate in internal training, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and conferences to build technical depth and adopt best practices.
• Provide support for on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational optimization.
• Assist in the preparation of technical documentation, including process flow diagrams, equipment lists, and project reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

AutoCAD

Job description

Gray AES is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Lexington, KY or Cincinnati, OH offices. This role provides hands-on exposure to food and beverage processing projects within a multidisciplinary team.

Visa sponsorship is not available. You will apply engineering principles to develop process designs, assist with project specifications, estimation, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, and collaborate with peers, managers, and customers to ensure