Chemical Engineering Co-op

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with engineering project under supervision
• Supports process and specifies operation of plant processes.
• Assists in preparing proposals. Develops findings, draws conclusions and makes recommendations. Prepares engineering reports, cost estimates and process transmittals.
• Contributes to the design of moderately complex engineering projects or handles parts of a major project.
• Contributes ideas for safer, less expensive or new techniques whether or not situation is related to a specific project.
• Complete assigned tasks with guidance from mentor engineering within time and budget constraints.
• Maintains technical skill and knowledge at state‑of‑the‑art level.
• Works with other engineers and production personnel at other plants, as well as their home location. Contacts or visits other manufacturing facilities as necessary. Has contact with Sales, Marketing and Accounting, administrative functions and suppliers and professional organizations.
• Reports to Technical Manager.
• Receives moderate direction and some supervision. Much latitude is given for planning work. Work is occasionally reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Learn from and supports engineers and process operators. Assists entry level professionals in procedural as well as technical matters.
• Work on a wider range of troubleshooting problems; use basic knowledge of the process and creative thinking to solve problems and recommend corrective action.

We’re looking for engineers who are keen to learn fast in an environment of excellence.

• Ability to commit to a full‑time, one‑year Co‑op assignment
• Currently pursuing a Bachelot’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Junior year preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of basic chemical unit operations.
• Any relevant internships, placements or work experience are useful but certainly not essential – we can quickly skill you up in chemical processes and production.

Starting pay of $26.56/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system.

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long‑Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.