Material Science Co-Op

As a Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering Co‑op, you support our Corporate Materials Engineer in materials testing and identification, failure analysis, and mechanical integrity; you primarily focus on helping to identify appropriate materials of construction for new chemical manufacturing processes, while also contributing to failure analysis of existing equipment and piping; you are based in Saint Louis (Chesterfield) and collaborate with colleagues across sites in the USA and South America to strengthen safe, reliable, and cost‑effective manufacturing operations.

• Support efforts to identify appropriate materials of construction for new chemical manufacturing processes and for existing equipment and piping;
• Conduct materials literature searches and analyze existing material applications to inform material selection;
• Set up corrosion coupons in the lab, analyze results, and translate findings into clear recommendations;
• Contribute to materials of construction recommendations based on testing results, process conditions, and available economic data;
• Perform failure analysis testing in the lab, document observations, and support preparation of clear, data‑driven reports;
• Help develop and refine Mechanical Integrity programs for existing manufacturing processes in close collaboration with site teams;
• Work closely with Corporate Materials Engineers, Reliability and Integrity Management Engineers, and manufacturing sites to drive cross‑functional solutions and support field investigations that may require travel.

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline;
• Must have completed at least 1 year of a Bachelor's program;
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly;
• Good problem‑solving skills and a high degree of personal initiative in a laboratory and plant environment;
• Excellent organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities;
• Ability to work well in a team environment and within a diverse, cross‑site culture;

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale;
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and how materials performance impacts safety, reliability, and cost;
• Experience in corrosion testing or failure analysis through coursework, labs, or prior internships.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $26.00 to $31.50. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location:

United States :
Missouri :
Chesterfield

Division:
Crop Science

Reference Code: 878574

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