Hands-on Process & Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Minerals Technologies Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is seeking a Process & Manufacturing Support Engineering Intern in CT to assist in developing and maintaining applications that control the manufacturing process.

The intern will help maximize equipment availability, reliability, productivity and minimize maintenance costs through various initiatives. Primary duties include process troubleshooting, creating engineering diagrams, compiling design bases, identifying upgrade opportunities, and developing new

Qualifications

• Relevant coursework or internship in engineering principles.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Self-motivated with strong organization and attention to detail.
• Team player and independent worker.
• Familiar with chemical plant unit operations.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office; strong data tools.

Responsibilities

• Process troubleshooting & optimization. Identifies problems and implements solutions.
• Develops flow diagrams, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances for existing and new processes.
• Compiles and maintains basis of design information.
• Identifies technologies, equipment, and units to upgrade processes.
• Develops new processes for new or improved products.
• Gathers and analyzes data for product/process development and troubleshooting.
• Develops equipment specs; performs due diligence; issues bid tabs and risk assessments.
• Knows process instrumentation; configures, commissions, and troubleshoots equipment.
• Creates control system documentation.
• Explores new technologies to enhance maintenance diagnostics.
• Develops best practices.
• Participates in sustainable improvements (5S, Kaizen, Daily Management, Standard Work).

Skills

Process engineering basics

Analytical problem solving

English communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

AutoCAD / Office

Education

Bachelor's or pursuing degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Mining/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is seeking a Process & Manufacturing Support Engineering Intern in CT to assist in developing and maintaining applications that control the manufacturing process.

The intern will help maximize equipment availability, reliability, productivity and minimize maintenance costs through various initiatives. Primary duties include process troubleshooting, creating engineering diagrams, compiling design bases, identifying upgrade opportunities, and developing new