Controls Engineer Co-Op

GAF•Newton, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return for additional terms while you continue your education. You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance. Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented. Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers. Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues. Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.

Requirements

Spring - Summer term candidates must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (January - June 2027).
Summer - Fall term candidates must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (May - December 2027).
Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, with at least a sophomore standing.
Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment.
Candidates must have the ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
Candidates should also have computer skills in Google as well as basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.
Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leaders from multiple functional areas.

Responsibilities

Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance.
Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented.
Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.
Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.
Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.