About the role#
Ingredion Incorporated offers a Process Engineering Co-Op position for the Winter 2027 term. You will work alongside senior engineers and managers to monitor process conditions, implement improvements, and support plant goals related to safety, quality, production, and cost. This role involves applying academic engineering concepts to field applications and managing projects of up to $50k.
What you'll do#
- Provide technical support to maintenance and operations groups, including process studies, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Maintain historical data to monitor and control key operating parameters.
- Manage capital projects and engineering studies.
- Conduct process training and maintain accurate documentation.
- Support plant safety initiatives by assisting in the design and redesign of work processes.
- Assess new technologies and evaluate concepts to improve process efficiency and capability.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program for Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Completion of at least three years of coursework with status as a junior, senior, or non-graduating senior.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week.
- Strong analytical problem-solving, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
- Proficiency with PC applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Capability to learn and understand the corn wet milling process.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information and write concise reports.
- Reliable transportation for daily travel to the facility.
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Please note that Ingredion does not provide sponsorship for this position.
Location & details#
- Locations: Indianapolis, IN; North Kansas City, MO; or Bedford Park, IL.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Winter 2027.
About Ingredion Incorporated
Ingredion Incorporated is a global ingredient solutions provider based in Westchester, Illinois. Founded in 1906, the company processes plant-based materials like grains, fruits, and vegetables into ingredients for the food, beverage, animal nutrition, and industrial markets. It operates in over 120 countries and employs approximately 12,000 people. The organization maintains innovation centers worldwide to support its product development.
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