Sobre esta vaga de Renewables Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) na The Andersons
Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global.
What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.
Position Overview
The Renewables Engineering Co-op provides students with hands-on experience supporting a dynamic ethanol production facility. Working alongside engineering, operations, and maintenance teams, co-ops will apply engineering principles to real-world challenges, troubleshoot process issues, analyze operational data, and contribute to projects that improve safety, reliability, and plant performance. This role offers increasing responsibility throughout the co-op experience and exposure to both day-to-day operations and larger capital improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support process engineering initiatives by troubleshooting operational challenges, analyzing data, and researching practical solutions to improve plant performance
Collaborate with production operators, engineers, and maintenance personnel to identify process improvement opportunities and implement operational enhancement
Assist with capital projects by supporting project planning, data collection, equipment evaluations, contractor coordination, and project execution activities
Review and update process documentation, including P&IDs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and engineering records to ensure accuracy and alignment with current operations
Conduct field observations, gather process data, and evaluate equipment and system performance to support engineering recommendations
Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, efficiency, reliability, and operational excellence
Communicate engineering findings, project updates, and recommended solutions to cross-functional teams
Take ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities, demonstrating increasing independence and technical capability throughout the co-op experience.
What is Expected of You and Others at This Level
Has basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
Works within clearly defined standard operations procedures and or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines
Works with close supervision
Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level
Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives
Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions
Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Agriculture Systems, and/or Process Engineering
Junior standing with minimum 3.0 GPA required
Strong communication, problem solving, and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team setting
0-2 years’ relevant experience required
This job description is intended to give you a general understanding of the role and the type of work involved, but it may not include every responsibility or requirement. Employment with The Andersons, Inc. is at will, which means both you and the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law, nothing in this description should be viewed as a contract.
Disclaimer:
The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role.
To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees.
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