Mechanical Engineer Intern

Mechanical Engineer Intern

Location: Tyler, TX, US, 75702

The Reliability Engineering Intern is a role that will support the initiatives for the refinery with a heavy focus on mechanical integrity & inspection, with a portion of this position performed in the field. While performing the duties of this job in the field, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, working at heights, and outside weather conditions. Physical activities include climbing, standing, crawling, confined space entry, and maneuvering through operating process units. While performing the duties of this position in the refinery, appropriate personal protective equipment will be worn as required. This position also involves documenting detailed reports on findings, and participation on various committees. This position will learn how to track, monitor, and justify projects which will result in creating sound training experience.

Job Accountabilities:

• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly working environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and determine root cause and take corrective action to resolve system failures.
• Participate in technical investigations, design, and analysis of the performance of the various equipment to identify deficiencies, antiquation, and the potential for benefits and improvements working with experienced and knowledgeable fellow engineers.
• Develops, selects, and tests equipment and their components to evaluate/select best in class and technology systems.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and fellow engineers on equipment problem solving through root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and effective solutions to prevent root cause.
• Oversee the equipment such as mechanical and/or instrumentation to generate critical equipment list, update P&ID's, and equipment specifications.
• Plan, design, and write specifications for process equipment.
• Ability to successfully work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team seeking to continuously improve supply chain performance and customer satisfaction.
• Create and prepare reports, type documents, and file.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently a Junior or Senior pursuing Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00
• Availability to work at least twenty (40) hours a week and OT as needed.
• Basic knowledge of industrial equipment
• Familiarity with SDS and safety protocols in a mechanical environment.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision
• Ability to record and present data in a clear and concise manner
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Solid software application skills, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness and desire for continual learning and self-development.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with industrial operations including
• Demonstrated Adaptability and desire for learning
• Building Collaborative Relationships with personnel within plant and outside of plant e.g. vendors, corporate colleges etc.
• Communicate Professionally
• Exercise Professional Judgment
• Be results oriented
• Be active participant in creating a respectable work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.