Process Engineering Intern

Process Engineering Intern
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Hillsboro, OR:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R-114211

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.
** Job Title
** Process Engineering Intern At Coors Tek, our internship program is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to develop the skills, experience, and engineering judgment needed to succeed in manufacturing. As a Process Engineering Intern, you will work alongside engineers, technicians, operators, and quality professionals to solve real production challenges, improve manufacturing processes, and support operational excellence in advanced ceramics manufacturing.  

Reporting to the Process Engineering Supervisor, you will receive mentorship from experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals while contributing to projects that make a measurable impact on safety, quality, productivity, and cost. Designed as a year-round internship, this role allows you to continue your education while gaining meaningful industry experience through part-time work during the academic year and full-time opportunities during summer and winter breaks.  

As a certified Great Place to Work and global leader in technical ceramics, Coors Tek provides an environment where motivated engineers can take ownership, grow their technical and professional skills, and begin contributing to meaningful projects early in their internship. Through hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, continuous improvement initiatives, project management, and cross-functional problem solving, you will develop capabilities that differentiate top engineers throughout their careers.
** Role & Responsibilities:
** As a
** Process Engineering Intern**, you will support manufacturing process improvement initiatives and assist in solving technical challenges across the production environment. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Maintenance teams, you will:
* Analyze manufacturing and process data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
* Support process optimization projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, yield, and cost reduction.
* Participate in root cause investigations and help develop corrective actions for process and equipment-related issues.
* Assist with process trials, testing, and validation activities.
* Develop and update process documentation, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering reports.
* Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
* Create data visualizations and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain process improvements.
* Present project results and recommendations to engineering and site leadership.
** Job Requirements

Education & Experience:

*** Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (Junior or Senior enrolled in Master’s program preferred).
* Previous internship or engineering/manufacturing experience a plus.
** Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
*** Interest and/or coursework in Chemical Engineering or Material Science. Coursework in Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, and Engineering Controls is a plus.
* Foresight:
Strong critical thinking skills with a commitment to safe work…