Process Engineer Co-op

Promega • Madison, WI

2d

About The Position

The Process Engineer Co-op supports day-to-day operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and capital projects within Promega’s Engineering department. The role provides experience with equipment design, procurement, commissioning, and validation, as well as troubleshooting and collaboration with a broad range of internal teams. The Process Engineering team includes Process Engineers, Automation Engineers, and two co-ops each year whose terms overlap from May through August; it regularly collaborates with mechanical, electrical, industrial, and packaging engineering disciplines.

The co-op applies engineering principles and methods to ongoing projects and responsibilities. The position lasts roughly eight months, starting in May 2027, with some flexibility in start and end dates. The successful candidate is a motivated, curious self-starter with strong communication skills, a solid foundation in process engineering and problem solving, and the ability to contribute in cross-functional teams. Experience in a regulated industry is a plus.

Promega is committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it welcomes applications from all backgrounds and makes employment decisions fairly and equitably.

Requirements

• Sophomore standing or greater in a BS Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, or equivalent specialty with a Bioprocess emphasis program.
• Complete an introductory Chemical Engineering course by the start of the co-op term.
• Motivation and desire to contribute to the team.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment with chemical and biological materials.
• Ability to observe and inspect equipment and operations for proper operation and compliance with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ability to work in a production environment around automated equipment.
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work or laboratory experience.
• Prior engineering internship experience; it is a plus but not required.
• Experience in a regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform process equipment trials online or using prototype test systems.
• Design and fabricate components for test fixtures and equipment improvements.
• Assist with GMP documentation and tasks associated with engineering projects.
• Investigate and analyze manufacturing processes to support continuous improvements in reliability, cost, throughput, capability, efficiency, workflow, and resource utilization.
• Identify equipment performance and process issues, resolve them when possible, or make timely recommendations to management.
• Present updates at project team meetings.
• Present project work to a team of engineers.
• Demonstrate inclusion through words and actions and contribute to a safe workspace; act with kindness, curiosity, and respect for others.
• Incorporate Promega’s six Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles into daily work.
• Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to the business.

What This Job Offers

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