Mechanical Engineer Co-Op

Bayer AG; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op in Chesterfield, MO, to support large-scale capital projects. You will work with a team to deliver safe, reliable manufacturing operations and apply classroom learning to real-world engineering challenges.

Required: pursuing a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and at least 1 year completed; preferred: 3.0 GPA, strong mechanical aptitude, and excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Must have completed at least 1 year of a Bachelor's program.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• General mechanical aptitude and interest in applying engineering principles to real-world projects.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good problem-solving, initiative, organization, and planning; able to work in a team; no travel limitations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project mechanical specifications and summaries for design packages.
• Review equipment vendor drawings and support construction activities at manufacturing sites.
• Support engineers in the development of mechanical equipment specifications and construction drawings.
• Contribute to the development of equipment checkout plans and support project checkout and startup at manufacturing sites.
• Apply basic project management skills to help coordinate tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with other Mechanical Engineers and project team members to solve problems and implement practical engineering solutions.

Skills

GPA 3.0

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organization & planning

Teamwork

No travel limitations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

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At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Mechanical Engineer Co-Op

As a Mechanical Engineer Co‑op, you will work with a team to provide mechanical engineering designs for large‑scale capital projects and support multiple sites and projects concurrently; you will collaborate closely with other Mechanical Engineers and project team members at a local level to help deliver safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations; this is a hands‑on learning opportunity where you apply your academic knowledge to real‑world engineering challenges in a dynamic, diverse environment.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare project mechanical specifications and summaries for design packages;
• Review equipment vendor drawings and support construction activities at manufacturing sites;
• Support engineers in the development of mechanical equipment specifications and construction drawings;
• Contribute to the development of equipment checkout plans and support project checkout and startup at manufacturing sites;
• Apply basic project management skills to help coordinate tasks, timelines, and deliverables;
• Collaborate with other Mechanical Engineers and project team members to solve problems and implement practical engineering solutions.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering;
• Must have completed at least 1 year of a Bachelor's program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale;
• General mechanical aptitude and interest in applying engineering principles to real‑world projects;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Good problem‑solving skills and a high degree of personal initiative;
• Excellent organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks;
• Ability to work well in a team environment and within a diverse culture;
• No travel limitations.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $26.00 to $31.50. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

• Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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