About the role#
We are looking for a Packaging Engineer Co-op to join our team in Duluth, Georgia. This is a paid, full-time position that runs on a rolling basis. You will work on-site as we plan and build food plants for major brands.
What you'll do#
- Develop design concepts, cost estimates, and functional specifications for packaging lines.
- Interpret mechanical requirements and customer specifications to guide system design.
- Manage the specification, purchase, installation, and commissioning of packaging equipment.
- Create packaging flow diagrams, material balances, and equipment lists.
- Assist with equipment bid packages.
- Provide support during construction, including site visits to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
- Develop equipment layouts using AutoCAD.
What you'll need#
- You are a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a bachelor degree in chemical, mechanical, packaging, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Experience with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
- Ability to travel to project sites, which may be 30% to 50% of the time.
- Familiarity with process flow diagrams and P&IDs is a plus.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds and spend extended periods working at a desk.
Location & details#
- Location: Duluth, Georgia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Dennis Group
Dennis Group is a design-build firm focused on the food and beverage industry. Founded in 1987, the company manages projects ranging from facility design to construction management. It operates from its headquarters in Springfield, Massachusetts, with additional offices across the United States, Canada, and Brazil. The firm employs approximately 694 people.
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