About the role#
As a Seed Engineer Co-op, you will support the engineering design and execution of capital projects for seed supply and breeding operations. You will gain experience in front-end engineering design, project management, and system start-up while contributing to safe and scalable seed production.
What you'll do#
- Support front-end definition of seed processing projects, including functional specifications and process flows.
- Assist in preparing documentation required for environmental permits.
- Contribute to site planning documents, such as building layouts and plot plans.
- Support construction activities and coordinate with contractors.
- Assist with equipment and system start-up, including functional checks and troubleshooting.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one year of a Bachelor's degree program.
- Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel to support seed production locations across the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Chesterfield, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Role Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise focused on healthcare and nutrition. The company operates in the life sciences sector with specialties in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. It maintains a large workforce of over 95,000 employees across international locations. Headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, the organization develops products intended to address health and food security needs.
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