Pulp and Paper Process Engineering Co-Op

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors seeks an aspiring chemical or biochemical engineer who is currently enrolled in a BS program. You will perform routine, less complex engineering tasks under direct supervision and assist with calculations, drawings, and studies to support multiple projects.

The role emphasizes familiarization with engineering drafting standards, material take-offs, and preliminary designs while collaborating with engineers to meet safety, cost, and schedule goals.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BS in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering.
• GPA of 2.7 or higher.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with chemical/process engineering calculations is a plus.
• Familiarity with chemical engineering simulation tools and hydraulic analysis software is beneficial.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD or MicroStation) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with and utilize engineering design and drafting standards.
• Assist in producing detail design calculations, spreadsheets, reports, drawings, and sketches for various projects.
• Assist in developing conceptual process engineering designs and studies to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering problems.
• Assist in producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Assist engineers and designers in accomplishing tasks to support project goals in safety, cost, schedule, and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BS Enrolled in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering

GPA 2.7+

Tools

Aspen Plus

PRO/II

ChemCad

AFT Fathom

AFT Arrow

SiNet

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 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

• 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.