Process Engineering Co-Op: Grow in Industrial Analytics

MLC; Sainte Genevieve (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is seeking a Process Engineering Co-Op to support Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance teams by improving manufacturing processes and plant performance.

You will gain real-world experience across data analysis, process optimization, and safety initiatives. As a Co-Op, you’ll participate in capital projects, root-cause investigations, and cross-functional teamwork in a heavy industrial environment, developing reports and presentations for leadership while

Qualifications

• Sophomore standing or higher pursuing a Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing, mining, and chemical processing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production, quality, and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with engineering calculations, process evaluations, and performance studies.
• Participate in troubleshooting efforts and root cause analysis investigations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.
• Assist with capital and plant improvement projects, including field inspections and startup activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Engineering teams to support plant objectives.
• Participate in plant trials and evaluate results to support data-driven decision making.
• Develop reports, recommendations, and presentations for engineering and plant leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is seeking a Process Engineering Co-Op to support Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance teams by improving manufacturing processes and plant performance.

You will gain real-world experience across data analysis, process optimization, and safety initiatives. As a Co-Op, you’ll participate in capital projects, root-cause investigations, and cross-functional teamwork in a heavy industrial environment, developing reports and presentations for leadership while