Mechanical Engineer Co-op

Syensqo • Rock Hill, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

An Engineering Co-op’s main responsibility is to apply knowledge gained from their engineering education to address manufacturing opportunities at the Syensqo, Rock Hill site. The Engineering Co-op will lead and support projects that affect productivity, quality and maintenance under the guidance of the Site Technical Manager and Production Engineers. The Engineering Co-op will collaborate with various departments, establish and maintain a line of communication with plant staff to achieve project goals and keep stakeholders informed about the progress of each project.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work at a NIST/Export Control site
• Currently enrolled as a Junior in an ABET accredited Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electromechanical systems and their practical application.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical staff.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at once.
• Self-starter with attention to detail and customer- focused mindset.
• Hands-on mentality
• Must be able to work safely in hot manufacturing work environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work full time work weeks (40 hours) during co-op duration
• Manage and complete assigned projects under the guidance of engineering staff
• Effectively communicate with plant staff to identify and determine solutions for assigned work.
• Use SAP to perform daily functions.
• Learn to navigate and use the document control system
• Support method of change documentation to implement project solutions.
• Ensure safe work practices and proper implementation of project solutions by utilizing the Syensqo safety work permit system.
• Support production activities by troubleshooting and completing tasks for improved operation.
• Support the tracking of production metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track the progress of production runs and provide updates to management.
• Communicate with production teams to resolve any issues that may arise during the manufacturing process.
• Effectively prioritize time spent on the floor and working on projects.
• Always perform your job in a sound HS&E manner to protect yourself and those around you.
• Risk assessment is a mindset, where you are always assessing hazards and thinking about means to avoid those hazards.
• Take a proactive approach to maintain excellence in all your assignments.
• Be aware of your state of mind (rushing, frustration, fatigue & complacency) that leads to distractions from the task on hand.
• Use all the available tools for your benefits: HS&E training, S.A.F.E. Observations, Risk Assessment, Incident Reporting, checklists, and Manufacturing Excellence tools.
• Job completion means Good Housekeeping, filling necessary reports, and watching for your safety and those around you.
• Maintain and clean your Personal Protective Equipment properly.
• Get involved as often as you can.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: hourly rate of $24-$25/hourly, depending on experience and education.
• Competitive internship salary
• Industry experience
• Great working environment & collaboration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern