Plant Engineer Co-op/Intern

CF Industries; Sergeant Bluff (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CF Industries is seeking a Plant Engineer co-op/intern in the United States to contribute to multiple projects overseeing repairs and plant equipment installation. You will lead technical tasks, perform calculations, and present project results as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include developing maintenance procedures, conducting failure analyses, and supporting day-to-day plant tasks. This role targets current mechanical engineering students pursuing an ABET-accredited

Qualifications

• Must be a current college student enrolled in an ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource and project lead for repairs and installation of plant equipment.
• Manage projects to completion with multidisciplinary teams and present results and recommendations.
• Develop and update site maintenance and mechanical integrity procedures.

Skills

Technical leadership

Engineering calculations

Verbal and written presentations

Vendor & contractor communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function

Intern/Co-op

Job Summary

Responsible for completing multiple projects over the course of the co‑op or internship. This can result in the engineer identifying an opportunity for improvement, recommending a solution, and directing implementation of the change. The Plant Engineer co‑op/intern has a direct impact upon organizational success by assisting in plant reliability improvement efforts.

Job Description

• Serves as a technical resource and project lead for repairs and installation of plant equipment, including piping systems, valves, pumps, compressors, and turbines.
• Manages projects to completion, working with multidisciplinary teams, gathering technical information, performing engineering calculations, and presenting project results and recommendations.
• Develops, reviews & updates site maintenance and mechanical integrity procedures to improve plant reliability and process safety.
• Conducts mechanical failure analyses & reports on findings to avoid recurrence.
• Assists Plant Engineers with day‑to‑day tasks.

Successful Incumbents Will Have

• Must be a current college student enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering program at an ABET‑accredited institution.
• Previous co‑op or intern experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to make verbal and written presentations to communicate ideas effectively.
• Expected to effectively communicate with outside vendors and contractors.
• Become knowledgeable in the plant processes, plant specifications, and materials of construction.
• Commitment to fulfil a summer internship or 7‑8 month co‑op assignment.

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Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (“AI”) and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job‑related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision‑making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, need reasonable accommodation with the application process, or have questions about our use of AI, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at [e-mail].

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