Wacker Chemical Corporation USA · 10 hours ago
Plant Engineering Intern
Eddyville, IA
Internship
Onsite
InternWacker Chemical Corporation USA is a leading research-intensive chemical company that develops sustainable solutions. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Plant Engineering Intern to join their Engineering and Maintenance team in Eddyville, IA, offering hands-on experience and exposure to real-world projects.
Chemicals
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist with project #1
Conduct research and develop a procedure for online and offline steam trap inspections as secondary project (1)
Support team members in secondary project 2
Attend team meetings and contribute ideas
Prepare reports, presentations, or documentation as needed
Create and present a Project Presentation at the end of the internship
Other duties as assigned
Primary Project: Pump audits and pump bad actors – audit areas, design specification / data sheet development, review with engineers and operations, size/quote alternatives with vendors
Secondary Project (1): Develop a stream trap investigation procedure – audit steam traps, develop procedure to inspect online steam traps using ultrasonic and temperature, develop offline inspection and replacement procedure base on engineering standards and manufacturing recommendations
Secondary Project (2): Organize fire water system documentation – work with vendor to collect documentation, organize and begin developing P&IDs, equipment data sheets
Qualification
Required
Rising junior or higher pursuing a degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
Available full-time in person (Mon–Fri) for our 12-week program
Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Eagerness to learn and take initiative
Preferred
Experience with reliability or maintenance is useful but not required
Knowledge of pump sizing and pump curves is useful but not required
Benefits
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Networking opportunities
Professional development workshops
Potential for future employment opportunities
Company
Wacker Chemical Corporation USA
As a pioneer in chemical R&D and manufacturing, we partner with nearly every industry to make a better world for generations.
Founded in 1914Ann Arbor, MI, US
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Wilhoit
President and CEO
Raj Polanki
Head of IT & Digital / Divisional CIO
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