Mechanical Engineer - GROW Rotational Program (3–5 yrs)

Westlake Chemical; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Graduate Rotational Opportunities (GROW) is a 3-5 year program for newly graduated mechanical engineers. You will rotate through multiple roles, including Operations, Reliability, Capital Projects, and Supply Chain, under mentorship to develop as a leader and engineer.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, leadership training, and real-world problem solving to advance your career within Westlake's Performance and Essential Materials segment.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Willing to rotate to different US locations every 12-18 months for 3-5 years.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Card (TWIC).
• Strong team building, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Rotations across Operations, Reliability, Capital Projects, Continuous Improvement, and more.
• Work under a mentor to lead projects and develop leadership capabilities.
• Contribute to product and process improvement while ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Westlake Graduate Rotational Opportunities (GROW) is a 3-5 year program for newly graduated mechanical engineers. You will rotate through multiple roles, including Operations, Reliability, Capital Projects, and Supply Chain, under mentorship to develop as a leader and engineer.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, leadership training, and real-world problem solving to advance your career within Westlake's Performance and Essential Materials segment.