Chemical Engineering Co-Op

The Process/Chemical Engineering Co-Op will be provided with basic process information to review and develop a better understanding of the facility. The Co-Op will then be guided in the development of their technical knowledge of process engineering processes to learn how to troubleshoot and resolve related issues in a timely fashion for safe, stable, and optimized plant performance. The Co-Op will work with the process engineering staff to aid where needed based on both their interest and areas of need. The Intern is expected to have a strong work ethic and work with oversight from supervision. The person in this role should conduct themselves professionally as they interact with all site personnel. Communication in this role is key to make the most of the student engineer’s experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Review and begin to learn basic process information about the Methanol and Ammonia manufacturing facilities.
• Begin troubleshooting problems alongside the process engineering staff within the Methanol and Ammonia manufacturing facilities.
• Serve as a member of cross-functional team to resolve process problems, investigate incidents, and improve reliability.
• Provide technical and field support to Operations and Maintenance departments for process equipment. 
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
• Learn about the importance of plant safety and participate in plant safety initiatives.
• Work on small projects as assigned by engineering supervision to help solve common operating issues.
• Establish communications within the engineering and operations group.
• Present a professional image.
• Perform functions and duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of all personnel on site.
• Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING

• High School Diploma
• MUST be in junior or senior year of a Degree in Chemical Engineering required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Complex Problem Solving — identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking — using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen. In addition to the following:

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)

SOFTWARE

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

PHYSICAL

• Ability to lift 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to sit for prolonged amounts of time required.
• Ability to effectively communicate through various means required.

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Work is performed within an office environment, including office equipment — such as computers, telephones and copiers.
• Work is performed in the “field”, requiring proper safety equipment.
• Requires passing by industrial equipment on the way to office.
• Noise levels are typically moderate.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 5/8’S

TRAVEL

• Less than 10% of the time

DISCLAIMER

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skill, tasks, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associate with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, OCI Beaumont, LLC reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. In compliance of EEOC regulations, if the employee cannot perform the essential functions of this position in a satisfactory manner, further accommodations shall be made if it does not constitute undue hardship upon this organization.