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chemical engineer co-op spring 2027.tamaqua, pennsylvaniaposted october 5, 2026 job detailssummary$28 - $35 per hourtemporaryhigh schoolcategorylife, physical, and social science occupations reference AB_5090884 job details This is a 6-month Co-op opportunity starting January 4th 2027 through June 24th 2027. We are seeking students currently enrolled in an undergraduate academic program. A relocation stipend is available! A career with EMD Electronics is an ongoing journey of discovery: our 58,000 people are shaping how the world lives, works, and plays through next generation advancements in Healthcare, Life Science and Electronics. For more than 350 years and across the world we have passionately pursued our curiosity to find novel and vibrant ways of enhancing the lives of others. .

WHO YOU ARE

Minimum Qualifications:

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or an equivalent degree from an accredited university Hardworking, innovative, resourceful, organized, multi-tasker, and a self-starter strong written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Aspen Plus or Aspen HYSYS experience Experience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Microsoft Visio software Experience working in a chemistry lab, chemical plant, or production environment Has taken the following courses by the start date of the position: reaction design, separations, fluid mechanics salary: $28 - $35 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5

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YOUR ROLE

The Chemical Engineer Co-op sits within the Process Development group located in Hometown, PA. In this role you will be working closely with the Laboratory, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial groups and will be performing all duties consistent with new product development activities that drive new profitable products toward commercialization. Are you ready to envision tomorrow? We are the trusted partner for materials innovation.

Responsibilities include:

Commissioning, starting up, and operating pilot production plants with engineers and operators Working with scale-up engineers to complete engineering project deliverables such as: preparing project proposals which will include developing detailed scope descriptions, PFDs, P&IDs, cost estimates, concept drawings, and project schedules Working with chemists in the lab to screen synthesis routes and evaluate various unit operations for scale-up. Participating in Design Hazard Reviews Working closely with vendors and contractors on design and fabrication during project execution Developing process models using Aspen Plus to simulate process hydraulics, kinetics, and evaluate opportunities to increase plant operational efficiency Proactively and routinely detailing results and giving oral project status presentations Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities for established production processes SkillsAutoCADAspen plus (6 months of experience is required)Aspen HYSYS (6 months of experience is preferred)QualificationsYears of experience: 0 yearsExperience level: Entry LevelRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.