Renewables Engineering Intern (On-going)

Valero; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Valero invites a student intern to Linden, IN to assist the Engineering Manager with the design, modification and operation of plant process equipment in the ethanol facility.

You will engage in optimization, troubleshooting and technical guidance, while preparing cost estimates and project documents for approval. OSHA PSM documentation support is part of the role.

Qualifications

• Supports engineering design, modification and operation of process equipment in the ethanol plant.
• Works with operations and maintenance to provide optimization and troubleshooting guidance.
• Prepares justification, cost estimates and project documents for approval.

Responsibilities

• Develops technical specifications to procure equipment and services.
• Supports maintenance and operations as a technical resource.
• Complies with OSHA PSM documentation requirements (MOCs, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment specs).
• Overtime eligible due to hourly nonexempt status.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical guidance

Process optimization

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Biosystems Engineering or related field

60 credit hours completed

Graduation date on or after December 2027

Job description

Description:

Provides assistance to the Engineering Manager by providing technical support for the ethanol plant. Supports activities related to the design, modification and operation of process equipment in the ethanol plant. Supports projects from conception through completion including the development, design and execution of capital, expense and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner.

• Works with operations and maintenance personnel to provide optimization, troubleshooting advice and generalized technical guidance.
• Prepares justification, cost estimates and other project documents as required for approval.
• Develops technical specifications to procure equipment and services.
• Supports maintenance and operations as a technical resource.
• Completes other requirements for compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management Regulations including but not limited to the maintenance of documentations such as MOCs, P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment specifications.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

This position is an ongoing internship which requires the student to work 20-25 hours per week at the ethanol plant during the spring and fall semesters and 40 hours per week during the summer and will continue a minimum of one year.

Position is available at the following location:Linden, IN

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Chemical, Mechanical or Biosystems Engineering or related engineering major required.
• A minimum of 60 credit hours by the start of the intern program required.
• Graduation date on or after December 2027 required.
• Ability to work 20-25 hours per week during the Spring/Fall semesters required.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during the Summer required.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Candidate required to live within commuting distance to Linden, IN.
• Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

About the Valero Intern Program

The Valero Intern Program fuels a broader company mission to develop reliable, affordable and sustainable energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. When you join Valero, you can expect to work with teams that are inclusive and results-driven while celebrating every employee’s strengths and ideas.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status including sexual orientation, gender identity, Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities and protected Veterans.

Job: Intern
Primary Location: United States
Req ID: 26001BL