Seed Systems Engineer Co‑op

Bayer AG; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Seeds Engineering Co‑Op to support the engineering design and execution of capital projects across U.S. seed production locations.

You will gain hands‑on experience with front‑end engineering design, project management, and start‑up support while contributing to safe and scalable seed production operations. The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, with at least one year completed, and a willingness to travel to support locations nationwide during the

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization, or a related engineering program.
• Completed 1 year of a Bachelor's program.
• Interest in working in an applied engineering role supporting seed production facilities.
• Ability to work effectively on cross‑functional teams and communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support seed production locations across the United States during the Co‑op term.

Responsibilities

• Support front‑end definition of seed processing–intensive projects, including development of functional specifications, process flows, capacity parameters, equipment layouts, process and control descriptions, and related technical documentation.
• Assist in preparing information required for environmental permits, including process descriptions, equipment details, and operating parameters.
• Contribute to building layouts, plot plans, and other site planning documents that ensure safe, efficient, and maintainable facilities.
• Participate in periodic project reviews, providing updates on scope, schedule, risks, and technical decisions.
• Support construction activities by helping coordinate contractors, clarifying design intent, and addressing field questions in collaboration with the Seeds Engineering team.
• Assist with equipment and system start‑up, including functional checks, performance verification, and troubleshooting to ensure successful commissioning of new or modified assets.
• Provide support to multiple seed production locations and multiple projects concurrently, sharing ownership for successful project outcomes and standard deliverables.
• Support project execution activities such as basic project management, administration, coordination, and procurement (e.g., gathering quotes, supporting bid evaluations, tracking orders).
• Collaborate with site operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure that project designs meet operational needs and support long‑term reliability and safety.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Mechanization

Related engineering program

Tools

CAD exposure

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bayer is seeking a Seeds Engineering Co‑Op to support the engineering design and execution of capital projects across U.S. seed production locations.

You will gain hands‑on experience with front‑end engineering design, project management, and start‑up support while contributing to safe and scalable seed production operations. The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, with at least one year completed, and a willingness to travel to support locations nationwide during the