Materials Co-op Engineer​/Intern

Position Summary

During this co‑op experience, the student will be exposed to:

• Planning, executing, analyzing, summarizing, and presenting various experiments that involve the use of tensile tester, DSC, rheometer, FTIR, and microscopy.
• Learning fundamentals of chemistry for silicone rubbers, silicone adhesives, polyurethane, silanes.
• Getting acquainted with Minitab, data analysis, and design of experiments (DOE).
• Working in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

Materials Co‑op

Engineering

Engineering Manager

Non‑Exempt/Hourly

No

• Major fields:
  Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or any related field.
• Interest in chemistry, polymers, and/or materials science.
• Completion of college general chemistry with lab is required.
• Completion of an organic chemistry class is a plus.
• Previous hands‑on related experience from co‑op and research is a plus.
• Exposure to basic statistical concepts is a plus.
• Both undergraduate and masters students will be considered.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret company procedures, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, probability, and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Maintains a valid driver’s license.

Mental:
Must communicate effectively, understand complex analysis of numbers, read and interpret written materials, develop and exceed company standards, ensure compliance, respond to feedback, maintain positive relationships, troubleshoot, and solve problems.

Physical:
Moderate noise level and limited exposure to physical risk.

Knowledge of HR application to company policies, modern business communication methods, office procedures, and personal computer and software (Microsoft Office Suite). Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.

Telephones, computer, and other office equipment as needed.

Persons in this position may be required to pass a drug, alcohol, and/or criminal background check.