Intern/Co-op – Refining Mechanical Engineer

Jobtailor; Alaska; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Mechanical Engineering intern to gain hands-on exposure to refinery operations. You will work with professionals across multiple disciplines to understand plant systems, contribute to project scopes, estimates, and schedules, and develop both written and verbal presentation skills in a collaborative team environment.

The role emphasizes core competencies in engineering fundamentals, equipment troubleshooting, and maintenance program optimization, with opportunities across

Qualifications

• Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong academic performance.
• Authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Positions available spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Availability for multiple work terms preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Concurrent enrollment in a degree-seeking program.
• Military experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with industry codes and best practices.
• Build critical thinking skills.
• Understand how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team.
• Gain knowledge of various aspects of a refinery by working with refinery professionals.
• Work in more than one refinery area to develop a broad understanding of plant operations.
• Expand written and verbal presentation skills.
• Develop project management skills and create project scopes, estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee approved project design efforts and assist in the construction process.
• Support the refinery Maintenance Department through equipment-related improvements.
• Perform root cause failure analysis.
• Optimize maintenance programs for rotating equipment, including pumps and compressors.
• Troubleshoot fixed equipment, including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and piping systems.
• Identify new technology in design, materials, and repair methods to achieve longer running times at lower costs.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Team Collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering Major

Job description

• Become familiar with industry codes and best practices


• Build critical thinking skills


• Understand how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team


• Gain knowledge of various aspects of a refinery by working with refinery professionals


• Work in more than one refinery area to develop a broad understanding of plant operations


• Expand written and verbal presentation skills


• Develop project management skills and create project scopes, estimates, and schedules


• Oversee approved project design efforts and assist in the construction process


• Support the refinery Maintenance Department through equipment-related improvements


• Perform root cause failure analysis


• Optimize maintenance programs for rotating equipment, including pumps and compressors


• Troubleshoot fixed equipment, including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and piping systems


• Identify new technology in design, materials, and repair methods to achieve longer running times at lower costs

Requirements

• Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering


• Strong academic performance


• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future


• Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters


• Availability for multiple work terms is preferred


• A valid driver's license is required


• Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program


• Military experience a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering principles while effectively collaborating with refinery professionals to optimize plant operations. Capable of managing projects, performing root cause failure analysis, and enhancing maintenance programs for rotating and fixed equipment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Engineering Major


• Project Management Skills


• Root Cause Failure Analysis


• Maintenance Program Optimization


• Troubleshooting Fixed Equipment

Hard Skills

• Project Scopes


• Estimates


• Schedules


• Rotating Equipment Maintenance


• Fixed Equipment Troubleshooting


• Pressure Vessels


• Heat Exchangers


• Piping Systems


• Critical Thinking


• Technology Identification

Soft Skills

• Written Presentation Skills


• Verbal Presentation Skills


• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Refinery Operations


• Engineering Disciplines


• Equipment-Related Improvements


• Best Practices


• Military Experience