R&D Process Engineer - Intern

Sikeston, MO

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Project Summary:

The Polyiso R&I Process Engineering Intern work in the Sikeston PolyIso manufacturing plant based in Sikeston, MO where he/she will be part of the plant team and work closely with the plant process engineer, maintenance team, and R&I process engineer on site at the plant. The project will focus on evaluating coatings and coating methods for potential improvements on the high-pressure chemical mixing and dispensing equipment. The intern will learn about the Polyiso industry, chemistry/formulation, raw materials, process safety, process equipment, and product quality requirements. In addition to those, the intern will learn about P&ID drawings and the overall process flow to help best integrate into the plant environment.

The intern will receive an introduction to PolyIso end-use applications, manufacturing processes and formulations, as well as lab and pilot-scale chemistry techniques. Basic statistical methods will be utilized to design experiments and analyze data obtained, and the intern will be expected to utilize academic research as a tool to explain the relationship between Science and Process application improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work to understand the product chemistry and the production process.
Train with the plant production team to understand the production process and impact process changes can have.
Coordinate and assist with physical property testing on material produced.
Execute basic statistical analyses to evaluate relative performance of tested solutions.
Present research findings to R&D group and CCM executives
Conduct data analysis using Minitab and/or Excel.
The candidate will create a PowerPoint presentation that will be presented to CCM team along with all other summer interns.
Submit a final formal report with findings.

Qualification:

Carlisle Construction Materials, R&I - Insulation Group is seeking highly motivated student who can excel working independently in a cross-functional environment. The candidate must be willing to receive positive feedback, detailed-oriented, have project management experience, and understanding of data analysis. Candidates should meet the following criteria:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering, or closely-related discipline

Junior or senior level academic standing
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Minitab is a Plus
Basic understanding of statistics. Sig-sigma experience is a plus.
Capable to perform quality testing duties.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

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