Chemical Engineering Co-op

Co-Op rotation beginning Fall 2026.

Purpose:

This position is a developmental role, providing college level students an opportunity to practically employ and supplement their course work in a plant environment. Typically, the co-op arrangement is established in the Sophomore year of college and alternates semesters thereafter for three co-op experiences of increasing responsibility. Job Functions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal): Support one or more experienced engineers in performance of assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of engineering. Perform daily review of NBR and ACM reactions and maintain comprehensive record of polymerization conversion and charge Mooney. Investigate polymerization irregularities and failed charges daily. Document off-specification and aborted charges. Monitor plant utilities and issue usage report to management team daily. Issue summary total usage report at month end. Execute small projects at the direction of the Plant Manager, coordinating work with multi-discipline projects team. Assist with scanning and saving project documents for capital project folders. Perform drawing reviews to verify field installation versus P&IDs and equipment drawings. Assist in ongoing migration of historical documents to electronic records. Assist in redefining pipe and equipment labeling strategy and implementation. Participate in process management of change (MOC) activities and attend meetings bi-weekly. Participate on environmental improvement team and attend bi-weekly meetings. Participate in review of new engineering specifications and assist in adoption.

Qualifications:

Education:

Enrolled in a four (4) year or more college degree program in with Chemical Engineering major.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. Positive attitude with ability to function effectively on a team. Skilled in use of Microsoft applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word. Ability to prioritize tasks to meet schedules/deadlines and complete assignments accurately. Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.