Spring 2027 Processing Engineering Co-Op Winder

Stepan Company • Winder, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Stepan Company is seeking a Co-Op student pursuing a BS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering to join its Process Engineering team at the Winder Chemical Manufacturing facility in Winder, Georgia. The Chemical Process Engineering Co-Op will work on continuous improvement projects that directly affect the organization and gain hands-on experience alongside experienced engineers and operators in a chemical manufacturing plant.

The Spring term Co-Op must be available to work full-time for at least three months, from February through April. Stepan does not offer housing for the program, and candidates must have their own transportation. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without employment visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Requirements

• Broad technical knowledge of general engineering principles.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written teamwork and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time indefinite basis without employment visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Must have equivalent credits toward sophomore or junior standing.
• Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university and pursuing a BS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be available to work full-time for a minimum of three months during the Spring term, February through April.
• Must have their own means of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support 6 Sigma and Kaizen continuous improvement projects.
• Support the Sulfonation operating area’s efforts to improve unplanned downtime.
• Support the development and implementation of additional checklists and work instructions for production areas.
• Support training development and management of change.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Actively participate in and contribute to safety programs.
• Assist operations and maintenance with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving.
• Participate in process safety management activities and reviews.

What This Job Offers

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