Entry-level rotational engineering role that develops technical skills across process engineering, project management, plant operations, and R&D support. Responsibilities include process optimization, equipment design support, project coordination, production monitoring, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration during multi-site rotations.
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Trainee Engineer in the Rotational Development Program is an entry-level engineering professional participating in a structured program designed to develop broad technical and operational expertise across multiple key functions within the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over the course of the program, the engineer will rotate through four core domains:
Process Engineering
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree desired.
Prior experience through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects in one or more of the following areas:
Knowledge and skills:
Willingness to relocate or travel across sites during the rotation period.
Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position.EOE
WHY CANDIDATES CHOOSE OMYA:
The Trainee Engineer in the Rotational Development Program is an entry-level engineering professional participating in a structured program designed to develop broad technical and operational expertise across multiple key functions within the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over the course of the program, the engineer will rotate through four core domains:
Process Engineering
- Gain hands-on experience in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop process flow sheets for new and existing operation
- Support equipment design for new plant installations, collaborating with project and mechanical engineering teams to define specifications and layout
- Analyze and optimize production processes to improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process deviations.
- Participate in the planning, execution, and delivery of capital and technical projects, learning how to manage timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
- Assist in planning, budgeting, and executing engineering projects and related deliverables.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
- Track project progress and prepare status reports for stakeholders.
- Work directly with production teams to understand day-to-day operations, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to performance and efficiency improvements.
- Participate in daily production activities to understand operational workflows.
- Monitor KPIs such as throughput, yield, and downtime, and propose corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to support feasibility studies, pilot trials, and the development of new technologies or products.
- Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to support feasibility studies and pilot trials.
- Contribute to the design and scale-up of new processes or products.
- Document learnings and provide feedback to improve early-phase methodologies.
- Engage in regular feedback sessions with mentors and program coordinators.
- Demonstrate adaptability and initiative in diverse technical environments.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree desired.
Prior experience through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects in one or more of the following areas:
- Process design and optimization
- Equipment specification or layout planning
- Manufacturing or plant operations
- Engineering project coordination or CAPEX initiatives
- Early-phase product or process development
Knowledge and skills:
- Familiarity with process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and basic equipment design principles.
- Exposure to engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Aspen Plus, SolidWorks, MS Project).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Adaptability and curiosity to learn across diverse technical domains.
- Effective communication and collaboration in cross-functional teams.
Willingness to relocate or travel across sites during the rotation period.
Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position.EOE
WHY CANDIDATES CHOOSE OMYA:
- Global company with operations in more than 50 countries
- 140+ years of industry leadership
- Internal advancement opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company match
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Overtime opportunities
- Safety-first environment
- Company values driven organization
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