Mechanical Engineer Intern

CHS Inc.; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. in McPherson, Kansas is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to provide technical support to refinery Mechanical Engineers and Inspectors, aiding equipment reliability while adhering to safety, environmental and economic guidelines.

You will work 40 hours per week, collaborating with Process Engineers on new projects and unit improvements, and may engage in design, data analysis, and maintenance planning activities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical or Civil Engineering program at a four-year college/university.
• Available to work 40 hours per week.
• Junior pursuing a Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree in a four-year program.
• Previous internship experience in petrochemical or refining industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to refinery Mechanical Engineers and Inspectors to improve equipment reliability while adhering to safety, environment, and economic guidelines.
• Participate in mechanical equipment design, inspection data analysis, and root cause failure analysis; help with maintenance planning.
• Collaborate with Process Engineers to design and install new projects and unit improvements.
• Identify and report safety, health and environmental issues impacting operations and personnel.
• Assist with equipment design, specifications, integrity evaluations, and research for limited-scope projects.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree (4-year)

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity at our Oil Refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to provide technical support assistance to refinery Mechanical Engineers for a variety of refinery units in order to achieve optimal performance while meeting company safety, environment, and economic guidelines. You must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support assistance to refinery Mechanical Engineers and Inspectors to achieve equipment reliability and performance while meeting company safety, environment, and economic guidelines.
• May participate in a variety of different activities, such as mechanical equipment design, inspection data analysis, fitness for service evaluations, equipment repair plan development, materials selection, root cause failure analysis, and troubleshoot equipment performance and develop recommendations for maintenance.
• Work with Process Engineers to design and install new projects and other unit improvements.
• Recognize and report and/or suggest recommendations regarding safety, health and environmental issues that impact operations and personnel.
• Projects may include equipment design, preparation of specifications, equipment integrity evaluations, research investigations, report preparation, and other activities of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques in particular areas of assignments.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical or Civil Engineering program at a four-year college/university.
• Available to work 40 hours per week.

Additional Qualifications

• Currently a Junior enrolled in a Mechanical or Civil Engineering program at a four-year college/university.
• Previous internship experience in the petrochemical or refining industry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.