R&D Process Engineer Co-Op

GAF•Parsippany, NJ

About The Position

GAF’s Co-Opportunity gives students practical experience in their chosen field while working with experienced GAF professionals on high-profile projects as members of working teams. Assignments are full-time and last for a school term; students may be invited to return for additional terms while continuing their education. Depending on location, participants may receive a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance. Each rotation typically culminates in a formal report-out presentation to GAF leaders from multiple functional areas. The R&D Process Engineer Co-Op supports raw material quality assurance and material performance, investigates and troubleshoots problems to identify root causes and implement countermeasures and recurrence prevention, supports supplier quality improvement initiatives, provides technical and analytical support for material issues, and contributes to data flow and technical diagrams. Spring-term candidates must be available full-time for at least six months, January through July 2027; combined Spring/Summer terms are also offered from June through December 2027. Returning co-ops may also apply for a three-month, full-time Summer term from June through August 2027. The base hourly rate is $24.00. Compensation offers may vary based on factors including location, experience, skills, education, and qualifications.

Requirements

Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
Have a minimum 2.8 GPA and at least sophomore standing.
Have problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
Be able to work in a team environment.
Be able to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
Have computer skills in Google applications and basic knowledge of MS Visio and AutoCAD.
Spring-term candidates must be able to work full-time for at least six months, January through July 2027; combined Spring/Summer candidates must be available June through December 2027.
Returning co-op candidates applying for the Summer term must be able to work full-time for three months, June through August 2027.

Responsibilities

Perform raw material quality assurance activities and assess material performance.
Conduct problem-solving investigations and troubleshooting to identify root causes and ensure countermeasures and recurrence prevention are implemented.
Support quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.
Provide technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.
Contribute to data flow diagrams and technical diagrams.
Prepare a formal report-out presentation to GAF leaders from multiple functional areas at the conclusion of each rotation.