Process Engineer Co-Op

Paycor; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Process Engineer Co-Op for Spring 2026 to assist in designing efficient processes and transforming raw materials. The successful candidate will gain practical experience while pursuing their degree in Chemical Engineering. This opportunity emphasizes learning and real-world application of chemical engineering principles, with a competitive hourly rate depending on experience.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required, but Co-ops are a plus.
• Can apply theoretical chemical engineering lessons to real world problems.

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering field data.
• Ensures quality and technical accuracy of assigned deliverables.
• Coordinates work with Designers on a project.

Skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Proficient with MS Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Process Engineer Co-Op, Spring 2026 – Cincinnati, OH

Our Process Engineers design innovative and creative solutions to company issues. We can help identify and resolve a bottleneck in processes as well as any need to design a new facility. A Process Engineer Co-op learns how to transform raw materials into finished products and uses this information to design the most efficient and effective process for our clients. We refine manufacturing processes for efficiency, government regulations, and cost benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering field data
• With supervision, uses design criteria document(s) to meet the project objectives
• Ensures quality and technical accuracy of assigned deliverables
• Follows the BSI Standard Operating Procedures and Client Standards
• With supervision, performs necessary calculations and design effort to prepare deliverables
• Coordinates work with Designers on a project
• Meets individual schedule and budget objectives on assigned projects
• With supervision selects appropriate construction materials
• With supervision, participates in construction support, startup and commissioning efforts
• Occasionally interfaces with other design discipline counterparts and project management as needed
• Learning the role of other disciplines and overall project requirements during the project lifecycle
• Identifies and communicates scope change for discipline
• Continually communicates their individual forecasted staffing requirements for their assigned projects

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• No prior work experience required, but Co-ops are a plus
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficient with MS Excel and Word
• Can apply theoretical chemical engineering lessons to real world problems

Hourly Rate: $17.50 - $22/hr. based on previous experience and college semesters completed

Our Values

Be Inspiring Be Invested Be Improving Be Innovative Be Impactful Be Involved Be In Demand

Who We Are

Our Purpose: Creating Solutions, Improving Lives. BSI lives by the mantra “Serve the client, satisfy the employee” and we hold true to it in all aspects of our company. Our employees have consistently voted us a Top Workplace, commenting specifically on our dedication to company culture, employee appreciation, and employee well-being.

Founded in memory of a friend, BSI carries on the legacy of Bryan Speicher, who had a vision to create a company that gives back to its employees and community. Our founding president, Phil Beirne, helped cultivate this legacy, and Beirne & Speicher Inspired continues to grow and succeed. At the heart of it all, we are our people, and we are grateful that you are considering a career with BSI Engineering.