R&D Engineering Intern

Louis Dreyfus Company • Livermore, CA

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About The Position

This position is that of a Research & Development Engineering Intern to work with the Research & Development team on various lab-scale and pilot plant-scale operations. Plenty of hands-on work with operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting pilot plant and laboratory process equipment.

Requirements

• Pursing bachelor's degree in chemical or food engineering or relevant field
• Hands on experience in a pilot or manufacturing environment preferred but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software (e.g., Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
• Strong organization abilities
• Excellent attendance
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization
• Strong documentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict monthly deadlines
• Proactively approaches job duties and potential problems
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Basic laboratory etiquette & skills

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and accurately record pilot process operations
• Run basic analytical chemistry tests and measurements
• Perform routine CIP (clean-in-place) and COP (clean-out-of-place) procedures of process equipment
• Understand and execute tasks as directed and as laid out in standard operating procedures
• Carry out basic troubleshooting of equipment in assigned areas
• Keep order and hygiene in all areas
• Practice LDC's safety standards at all times

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage
• Flexible spending account plans
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree