Process Engineering Co-Op

MLC•Sainte Genevieve, MO

About The Position

The Process Engineering Co-Op supports Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance teams by helping improve manufacturing processes, plant performance, safety, and operational efficiency across MLC facilities. The role offers students practical experience with process optimization, manufacturing data analysis, troubleshooting, process controls, capital projects, safety, and environmental compliance in a heavy industrial environment. The co-op also develops collaboration, presentation, and communication skills through work with plant teams and leadership.

Requirements

Sophomore standing or higher while pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum 2.75 GPA.
Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing, mining, and chemical processing environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental requirements.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or project experience in Process Engineering, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Process Controls, Manufacturing Systems, or Statistical Analysis.
Experience performing engineering calculations, technical analysis, laboratory work, or data analysis.
Interest in manufacturing, mining, process industries, or industrial operations.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze production, quality, and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
Assist with engineering calculations, process evaluations, and performance studies.
Participate in troubleshooting efforts and root cause analysis investigations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.
Assist with capital and plant improvement projects, including field inspections and startup activities such as measuring air flows, mass flows, and temperatures.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Engineering teams to support plant objectives.
Participate in plant trials and evaluate results to support data-driven decision making.
Develop reports, recommendations, and presentations for engineering and plant leadership.