BASIC FUNCTION:
The Trainee Engineer in the Rotational Development Program is an entry-level engineering professional participating in a structured program designed to develop broad technical and operational expertise across multiple key functions within the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over the course of the program, the engineer will rotate through four core domains:
Process Engineering
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Gain hands-on experience in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
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Develop process flow sheets for new and existing operation
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Support equipment design for new plant installations, collaborating with project and mechanical engineering teams to define specifications and layout
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Analyze and optimize production processes to improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
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Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process deviations.
Engineering Project Management
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Participate in the planning, execution, and delivery of capital and technical projects, learning how to manage timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
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Assist in planning, budgeting, and executing engineering projects and related deliverables.
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Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
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Track project progress and prepare status reports for stakeholders.
Plant Production Operations
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Work directly with production teams to understand day-to-day operations, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to performance and efficiency improvements.
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Participate in daily production activities to understand operational workflows.
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Monitor KPIs such as throughput, yield, and downtime, and propose corrective actions.
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Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
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Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to support feasibility studies, pilot trials, and the development of new technologies or products.
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Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to support feasibility studies and pilot trials.
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Contribute to the design and scale-up of new processes or products.
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Document learnings and provide feedback to improve early-phase methodologies.
Cross-Rotation Responsibilities
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Engage in regular feedback sessions with mentors and program coordinators.
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Demonstrate adaptability and initiative in diverse technical environments.
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Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree desired.
Prior experience through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects in one or more of the following areas:
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Process design and optimization
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Equipment specification or layout planning
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Manufacturing or plant operations
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Engineering project coordination or CAPEX initiatives
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Early-phase product or process development
Knowledge and skills:
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Familiarity with process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and basic equipment design principles.
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Exposure to engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Aspen Plus, SolidWorks, MS Project).
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
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Adaptability and curiosity to learn across diverse technical domains.
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Effective communication and collaboration in cross-functional teams.
Willingness to relocate or travel across sites during the rotation period.
Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position.
EOE
