Process Design Engineering Intern

ADP, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Process Design Intern in Billings, MT to support engineers on industrial process systems, equipment layouts, and energy and material flows. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to design tools, project documentation, site conditions, and multidisciplinary coordination under the guidance of experienced professionals.

This internship offers real project experience, collaboration with mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and structural teams, and opportunities to learn

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a BS/MS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering.
• Completed thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer or process design coursework.
• Basic understanding of process systems and engineering calculations.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with process flow diagrams, P&IDs, calculations, and equipment data.
• Support equipment evaluation, system layouts, balances, and design coordination.
• Participate in meetings, site visits, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Basic understanding of process systems

Engineering calculations

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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Process Design Engineering Intern

Intern Interns Billings, Billings, MT, US

Today Requisition ID: 1455

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

The Role

As a Process Design Intern, you will support engineers and designers working on industrial process systems, equipment layouts, material and energy flows, and production-focused projects. You will gain hands‑on exposure to technical design tools, project documentation, field conditions, multidisciplinary coordination, and project delivery while contributing to active assignments with guidance from experienced professionals.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with process flow diagrams, P&IDs, calculations, equipment data, reports, and other project documentation.
• Support process equipment evaluation, system layouts, material and utility balances, and design coordination.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, field observations, and collaboration with mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and structural teams.

What You’ll Learn

• How process design principles, engineering tools, codes, and technical standards are applied to industrial projects.
• How process flows, equipment requirements, operating conditions, and design deliverables are developed and reviewed.
• How process designers coordinate safety, constructability, operations, and multidisciplinary project requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Chemical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or a related field.
• Completion of relevant coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mass transfer, or process design.
• Basic understanding of process systems and engineering calculations.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or similar design software and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Internship, co‑op, laboratory, or project experience related to industrial process design.
• Familiarity with process simulation tools, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, or process safety concepts.
• Involvement in AIChE, ASME, or related professional organizations.

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team‑oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing available for future full‑time team members
• Defined cohort experience designed to provide you with experience, exposure and opportunities to begin a long‑term career pathway in one of the top engineering firms in the country

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.