Mechanical Engineer (College Hire)

Oxychem; Gregory (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Corporate housing provided

Job summary

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, invites an engineering student to join our team in a hands-on internship across multiple U.S. locations.

You will support mechanical systems, safety initiatives, and maintenance projects while learning from experienced engineers. The program requires pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with graduation between December 2026 and May 2027, and a minimum 2.85 GPA.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Must have a graduation date of December 2026 – May 2027
• Must maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Must be willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• Maintain environment, health, safety, and communities as priority; evaluate maintenance to increase reliability and reduce interruptions.
• Coordinate between Production, Project, Process and Corporate Engineering on capital project implementation and AFE preparation.
• Provide ongoing engineering assistance; troubleshoot process issues, investigate equipment failures, and prepare reports.
• Develop and institute preventive/predictive maintenance plans; supervise installations and improve reliability to cut costs.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support during planned and unplanned outages.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (pursuing)

Graduation date Dec 2026 – May 2027

Minimum GPA 2.85 (4.0 scale)

Willing to relocate

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

Description

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority. Evaluate, design, and recommend changes in maintenance activities to increase reliability of existing equipment, reduce repair costs and minimize product interruptions.
• Provide coordination between the Production, Project, Process and Corporate Engineering Departments regarding capital project implementation including preparation of AFE’s.
• Provide ongoing engineering assistance to operations and maintenance. Troubleshoot process operating problems, investigate equipment failures, conduct special tests, develop reports and provide technical assistance as required.
• Develop and institute plans for preventive/predictive maintenance on equipment, routine replacement of equipment and improvement of material of construction. Supervise installation, monitor performance and make recommendations to improve reliability and reduce cost.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support during planned and unplanned outages.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Must have a graduation date of December 2026 – May 2027
• Must maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPAon a 4.0 scale
• Must be willing to relocate

Location

• Various locations throughout the United States

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Relocation Assistance and/orfully furnishedCorporate Housing provided, if applicable
• 9/80 Work Schedule. Enjoy a 3-day weekend every other week!