Engineering Co-op

Green Plains Renewable Energy•Cedar Rapids, IA

46d

About The Position

The Engineering Co-Op will support multiple engineering functions within FQT's technology platforms. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience across core engineering disciplines, including Process Engineering, Design Engineering, and Project Management, through structured rotational assignments. The Co-Op will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and project leaders to assist with key deliverables from project conception through detailed design and plant optimization. The rotational program is intended to provide broad exposure to the full project lifecycle while building technical, organizational, and leadership skills.

Requirements

Rising Junior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline
Strong interest in gaining cross-functional experience in process, design, and project execution
Basic understanding of: Mass and energy balances Piping and equipment design Project lifecycle phases
Demonstrated skills in: Problem-solving Time management and organization Communication and teamwork High attention to detail and personal accountability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Travel up to 10% to client sites or fabrication facilities as needed

Nice To Haves

Prior internship or hands-on project experience is a plus
Exposure to design/modeling software is a plus (e.g., AutoCAD, ChemCad, SolidWorks)

Responsibilities

Work closely with a mentor Process Engineer to develop process engineering deliverables such as: Design Basis, Mass & Energy Balances, Process Flow Diagrams and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams
Learning, sizing and specifying equipment, piping, instrumentation and valves
Learning and performing process engineering calculations and process modeling in ChemCad
Developing an understanding of the FQT Process Engineering Deliverables throughout the FEL process (Front-end Loading)
Assist in design and development of piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
Model piping systems using Plant 3D tools, including isometric and orthographic piping drawings
Create layout drawings with dimensions and annotations, along with modeling tanks, vessels, pumps, exchangers with nozzle orientation.
Collaborate with design engineers on engineering drawings and documentation
Assist in project scheduling, budgeting, and risk analysis
Participate in stakeholder meetings and contribute to project documentation
Track project progress using project management software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Primavera, Autodesk Construction Cloud-ACC)
Support procurement activities and vendor coordination
Utilizing project information provide the project manager analytics for use by the project team and upper management to evaluate the progress of the projects
Participate in safety reviews and maintain high safety standards
Support other duties and tasks as assigned by mentors or leadership