Mechanical Engineer Co-Op - Spring 2027

Olin Chemicals; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Olin Chemicals is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op for Spring 2027 with rotation across our sites, including Freeport, TX. The program focuses on reliability, design, and maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The role requires enrollment in an accredited Mechanical Engineering program, a 3.0+ GPA, and completion of sophomore year. You must be able to work full-time during rotations and obtain a TWIC and US driver’s license. Sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree program.
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale; official transcript required each term.
• Must have completed sophomore year (60 credits) prior to first rotation.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during rotation; not eligible for virtual work.
• Must obtain a TWIC and possess a valid US driver's license.
• Olin does not sponsor visas; must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead a minimum of three hands-on projects throughout the term, defined at rotation start.
• Provide reliability leadership for rotating (pumps, compressors) and fixed (heat exchangers, piping systems, process tanks) equipment
• Support maintenance in development of policies and procedures for preventative and predictive maintenance
• Participate in plant turnarounds, update P&IDs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Reliability leadership

Pumps & compressors

Heat exchangers & piping

Hands-on project execution

Education

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering

Tools

TWIC credential

U.S. Driver's license

Job description

ALL IN for Opportunity. ALL IN with Olin.Title: Mechanical Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2027)Locations: Charleston, TN; Freeport, TX; Niagara Falls, NY; Plaquemine, LASalary: $30.00 / hourHousing Stipend AvailableFocus: The Mechanical Engineer Co-Op supports maintenance and production with reliability, design, and maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. This role can serve as the engineering representative on capital projects including justification, obtaining approval, ordering, and installation processes and equipment.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a minimum of three hands-on projects throughout the term, to be defined at the beginning of the rotation based on department and business need.
• Provide reliability leadership for rotating (pumps, compressors) and fixed (heat exchangers, piping systems, and process tanks) equipment
• Support maintenance in development of policies and procedures for preventative and predictive maintenance
• Participate in plant turnarounds, update P&IDs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring:

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree program
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be required each term. Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours a week during normal business hours) during rotation; Not eligible for virtual work
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license*
• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is ALL IN:At Olin, students don't just observe - they contribute. We cultivate diverse experiences and career-building opportunities uniquely designed to help you flourish in your career. Many of our previous college recruits have grown to become plant leaders, supply chain directors, and commercial gurus. Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering individuals to make an impact both at work and in their surrounding communities. Olin is ALL IN on developing future talent and our commitment to operate with integrity every day, in every way, and by every employee in our company.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.