About the role#
As a Seeds Engineering Co-op, you will support the engineering design and execution of capital projects for Bayer's Seed Supply and Breeding teams. This role involves helping define and implement seed processing projects across various U.S. production locations. You will gain hands-on experience with front-end engineering design, project management, and system start-up while contributing to safe and efficient operations.
What you'll do#
- Support the front-end definition of seed processing projects, including developing functional specifications, process flows, capacity parameters, and equipment layouts.
- Assist in preparing documentation for environmental permits, such as equipment details and operating parameters.
- Contribute to building layouts, plot plans, and site planning documents to ensure efficient facility design.
- Participate in project reviews to provide updates on scope, schedule, risks, and technical decisions.
- Support construction by coordinating with contractors, clarifying design intent, and answering field questions.
- Assist with equipment start-up, including functional checks, performance verification, and troubleshooting.
- Manage project execution tasks like basic project management, administration, and procurement.
- Collaborate with site operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure designs meet operational needs.
- Provide support to multiple seed production locations and projects concurrently.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one year of your undergraduate program.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- An interest in applied engineering within seed production facilities.
- Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders on cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel to various seed production locations across the United States.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and exposure to CAD software.
- An agricultural background or experience with seed processing and bulk material handling systems is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chesterfield, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment 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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