Process Engineer Co-op Fall 2026

Tremco; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tremco in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a Process Engineering Co-Op to learn and contribute to the manufacturing process of polyurethane sealants. The role involves supporting safety and quality systems, as well as leading small improvement projects.

This position is for engineering students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year. Interested candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in good academic standing.

Responsibilities

• Support safety, quality, maintenance, and production processes.
• Lead small projects for process improvement.
• Collect data for waste reduction.

Skills

Process Safety Management

Lean Six-Sigma tools

Statistical Process Control

A3 Problem Solving

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical focus preferred)

Job description

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 3,200 people across North America.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

During each term as a Process Engineering Co-Op they will have the opportunity to learn, experience and contribute to the operations of the polyurethane sealants and coatings manufacturing process. The co-op will develop an understanding of the relationship between the manufacturing process and the various teams that support the process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will work in conjunction with the process and quality engineering group to support safety, quality, maintenance and production processes. Learn and use process tools such as Process Safety Management, Behavioral Risk Improvement and Lean Six-Sigma tools including 5S, A3 Problem Solving, Statistical Process Control and Value Stream Mapping.

Interaction with the plant will be part of the daily routine. Some responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• Lead small projects for improvement of a process or equipment
• Collect data for process waste reduction
• Edit or create P&IDs
• Work alongside Process Engineers on Capital Expense Projects
• Conduct meetings to communicate information or collaborate on projects
• Serve as a back-up for the Quality Lab Safety

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma required.
• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in good academic standing, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical focus preferred)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.