Process Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials North America; Harleyville (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer PTO Holidays

Intern In‑Person Events

Employee Resource Group Activities

23-27/hour Pay (Internship)

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America in Harleyville, SC, is offering an internship at the Giant Resource Recovery facility focused on process improvement and data-driven optimization. You will work hands-on with engineers and operators in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role requires you to analyze data, communicate findings, and collaborate across teams while gaining real-world experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and apply engineering principles.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; data analysis tools are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency and performance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to identify trends.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on optimization projects.
• Prepare reports and recommendations communicating findings.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support process improvement initiatives that enhance plant efficiency, reliability, and operational performance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on production optimization projects.
• Assist with troubleshooting process issues and developing practical, data-driven solutions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations to communicate project findings and results.

What Are We Looking For

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, solve problems, and apply engineering principles in a practical environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Self-motivated, safety-focused, and eager to learn in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Work Environment

• Primarily based at the Giant Resource Recovery (GRR) facility.
• Hands‑on experience in an industrial manufacturing environment with both office and plant exposure.
• Requires adherence to all safety procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when in operational areas.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced engineering and operations professionals.

What We Offer

• $23-$27/hour
• Summer PTO Holidays
• Intern In‑Person Events
• Employee Resource Group Activities

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.