Mechanical Engineering Co-op: Process Innovation & Reliability

Bayer AG; Luling (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ruveon, America's dedicated glyphosate company, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Co-op to work with experienced engineers and plant personnel on process optimization and equipment performance. You will gain hands-on experience with automatic process control systems and operational excellence initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

You will contribute to safety, reliability, and efficiency while supporting project objectives, procurement activities, and cost analyses.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering.
• Sophomore year or higher completed.
• Willingness to work in a chemical plant environment and ability to work 40 hours per week.
• Physically able to climb stairs and ladders and move safely within an operating plant.
• Ability to drive to the work location.
• Available for a 6-month Co-op assignment for Spring 2027 or Fall 2027, with accommodations for quarter-system schools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, communicate clearly, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Help improve chemical processes by working on yield and capacity improvements, waste reduction, cycle time reduction, cost improvements, and modification or design of equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and provide recommendations to improve reliability and reduce costs.
• Support the design, installation, and start-up of automatic process control, material handling, and distributed control systems.
• Assist engineers in developing project objectives and scope by analyzing customer requirements and producing sketches, drawings, written descriptions, or specifications for customer approval.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and OSHA/EPA/environmental standards on all projects.
• Collaborate with production and technical staff on day-to-day activities to drive attainment of project goals.
• Aid implementation of the Operational Excellence program and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives site-wide.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Education

B.S. or M.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ruveon, America's dedicated glyphosate company, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Co-op to work with experienced engineers and plant personnel on process optimization and equipment performance. You will gain hands-on experience with automatic process control systems and operational excellence initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

You will contribute to safety, reliability, and efficiency while supporting project objectives, procurement activities, and cost analyses.