Process Engineering Co-Op

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off (PTO)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove and Associates, Inc is seeking a junior engineer-in-training to assist with routine engineering tasks under direct supervision. You will become familiar with design and drafting standards and help produce calculations, spreadsheets, drawings, and sketches for various projects.

The role supports developing preliminary designs and material take-offs, contributing to safety, cost, and schedule objectives while learning from experienced engineers and designers within a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering is required.
• GPA of 2.7 or above.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine engineering tasks of less complex assignments under direct supervision.
• Become familiar with engineering design and drafting standards.
• Assist in producing detail design calculations, spreadsheets, reports, drawings and sketches.
• Assist in developing conceptual process engineering designs and studies to determine simplest, most efficient approach to problems.
• Assist in producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Support engineers and designers to meet safety, cost, schedule and quality goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering (enrolled)

GPA 2.7 or above

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

What You'll Be Doing (Job Scope)

Generally responsible for performing routine engineering tasks of less complex assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This work will be performed under direct supervision. Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Becoming familiar with and utilizing engineering design and drafting standards. Assisting in producing detail design calculations, spreadsheets, reports, drawings, and sketches for various projects. Assisting in developing conceptual process engineering designs and studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering problems. Assisting in producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs. Assisting engineers and designers in accomplishing tasks to support project goals in terms of safety, cost, schedule, and quality.

Ideal Background Education

Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science degree program for Chemical or Biochemical Engineering at an accredited university is required. GPA: 2.7 or above

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Familiarity with chemical/process engineering calculations (material and energy balances, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, mass transfer, etc.) is beneficial for this position. Familiarity with chemical engineering simulation (Aspen Plus, PRO/II, ChemCad) and hydraulic analysis software (AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, SiNet) is beneficial for this position. Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD or Microstation (or both) is beneficial for this position.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company‑wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our safety culture protects and promotes the well‑being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug‑free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company‑wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama. We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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