R&D Engineering Intern

Louis Dreyfus Company • Livermore, CA

2d

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.
• 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 ettiquete & skills.
• A genuine desire to work in plant-based ingredients and food space
• Capacity to work independently within defined experimental frame
• Excellent hands-on skills and proven problem-solving mindset
• Great capacity to learn quickly and perform in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to solve complex problems and make decisions with a data-driven approach and a goal-oriented mentality
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute effectively as an individual and collaborate as part of a team
• Demonstrated communication skills to provide feedback for continuous process improvement purposes
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Commitment to safety, health, and environment (SHE)

Nice To Haves

• Hands on experience in a pilot or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees