Process Engineering Co-op/Intern
About The Position
LSB is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op to join its Corporate Manufacturing Technologies Team. The co-op is expected to run from July 2026 through December 2026 and is based at LSB’s corporate office in Oklahoma City. The position works closely with Senior Process Engineers and the VP of Manufacturing Technology, with periodic travel to plant sites, meetings, and events. The role supports strategic initiatives focused on innovation, operational excellence, operational reliability, and sustainability across LSB’s manufacturing network. The co-op will contribute to digital transformation, asset-performance and process-safety analysis, equipment reliability, digital tools for monitoring and optimization, and early-phase capital project work. The position also involves preparing technical documentation, presentations, and reports. LSB describes the experience as including hands-on process engineering work, exposure to corporate manufacturing strategy and decision-making, mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute to long-term manufacturing initiatives.
Requirements
- Be a student in good standing at junior level or above, majoring in Chemical Engineering.
- Have a GPA of 3.2 or higher.
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Have excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Have an interest in manufacturing innovation, digital tools, and sustainability.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for periodic travel to plant sites, meetings, and events.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or engineering setting.
- Experience or interest in using AI and other emerging software tools for optimization and process improvement.
- Familiarity with process safety and continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and root cause analysis (RCA).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools such as Aspen Hysys/Plus and Power BI.
Responsibilities
- Assist with execution of LSB’s digital transformation initiatives.
- Gather and analyze data to assess asset performance, process safety, and equipment reliability.
- Help develop digital tools to support health monitoring, optimization, and efficient troubleshooting.
- Support early-phase capital project work, including feasibility assessments, data analysis, and technology evaluations.
- Prepare documentation, presentations, and technical reports to communicate findings and recommendations.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience with real-world process engineering challenges.
- Exposure to corporate-level manufacturing strategy and decision-making.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals across engineering and operations.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on long-term manufacturing initiatives.
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Career Level
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