Intern-Mechanical Engineer (Summer 2027)

BAYSTAR; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BAYSTAR is seeking an Intern - Mechanical Engineer in Pasadena, TX to design mechanical products and perform engineering tasks within a cross-functional team in a chemical processing environment.

The role requires current enrollment as an undergraduate Mech Eng student (Junior/Senior) with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and strong technical, writing, and communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office is preferred; shifts may vary.

Qualifications

• Current standing as a junior or senior enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required (submit unofficial transcript)
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred
• Strong technical, writing, problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and work tasks through completion
• Detailed oriented with an emphasis on quality work products
• Position is in a chemical processing facility and may require working different shifts

Responsibilities

• Review drawings to ensure manufacturability and functionality
• Assist production with standard product engineering related concerns
• Analyze and resolve a range of engineering problems
• Understand, support, and comply with all plant safety policies and procedures
• Function as part of a design team and utilize engineering design
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed
• Ability to manage and execute small projects assigned
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program (Junior or Senior)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Brief Description

INTERN- MECHANICAL ENGINEER

BASIC FUNCTION

Design mechanical products and perform mechanical engineering functions in the execution of assigned projects in a cross-functional work team.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings to ensure manufacturability and functionality.
• Assist production with standard product engineering related concerns.
• Analyze and resolve a range of engineering problems.
• Understand, support, and comply with all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Function as part of a design team and utilize engineering design.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.
• Ability to manage and execute small projects assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CORE VALUES

Must exhibit and demonstrate our 4 Core Values

• Caring: Dedicated to Safety, Employees, Customers, Community and Environment
• Trustworthy: Living a Culture of Openness, Honesty and Collaboration
• Connected: Build Strong Partnerships
• Driven for Excellence: Commit to Continuous Improvement

COMPETENCIES

• Job Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keep job knowledge current
• Productivity - Manages workload, works efficiently, meets goals and objectives
• Quality - Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve product/services
• Safety – HSSE - Works in a safe manner, uses PPE, recognizes hazards, makes safety suggestions and observations, current on Training Mine

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Current Standing as a Junior or Senior student actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering (or related) Undergraduate Program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required (submit unofficial transcript)
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred
• Strong technical, writing, problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and work tasks through completion
• Detailed oriented with an emphasis on quality work products
• Position is in a chemical processing facility and may require working different shifts

Physical Capacity Requirements

This position requires the incumbent to:

• Follow safety requirements for the role
• Wear required PPE (eye protection, noise protection, etc.) when inside plant environment, or where directed by signage
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Walk safely in and around industrial areas
• Work under deadline pressure within an environment that demands attention to safety and detail
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Work at computer for significant periods of time throughout the day