Talent Program - Associate Specialist, Process Engineer - Global Engineering Soluti

Overview

The Future Talent Program offers a 6‑month Cooperative (Co‑op) education experience within our Global Engineering Solutions (GES) Manufacturing Division. This role is part of a biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization focused on life‑saving medicines and vaccines.

• Apply technical knowledge, data analysis, and troubleshooting skills to support pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and facilities.
• Work in a team‑based environment, communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop leadership skills in team building, vendor management, and process equipment development/design.
• Support a Biologics/Vaccine Project in Animal Health as a Process Engineer.
• Engage in equipment life‑cycle activities including specification, selection, testing & commissioning, troubleshooting, and qualification.
• Collaborate with contracting and supplier teams and internal IPT members.
• Manage project and time‑management responsibilities to deliver quality work on schedule.
• Travel domestically as required. Base location is DeSoto, Kansas.

• Currently enrolled in the Junior or Senior year of an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Chemical, Biomedical, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline.
• Outstanding academic record and demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Analytical, inquisitive mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and team‑player orientation.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

• Prior internship or co‑op experience in manufacturing or engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with capital equipment specification, installation, and qualification.
• Knowledge of unit‑operation specification, P&t, hazard analysis, equipment operation, commissioning & qualification.
• Understanding of cost and schedule constraints for engineering projects.
• Experience in engaging with contractors, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams.

Annual salary range: $39,600.00 – $ USD.

Hybrid work model for office‑based positions: three on‑site days (Monday–Thursday) and one remote day (Friday). Requirements for field‑based, facility‑based, or manufacturing positions remain on site.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit the EEOC and related resources.