Chemical Engineers

A day in the life of a Process Engineer Co-op at Ortho is usually very busy and interesting. Everyday is different, but most days consist of running various tests, analyzing data, learning about multiple different manufacturing processes, attending project meetings, designing experiments and work...

I think my answer for this question will be different than most. I wasn't sure what to expect, so I personally did not prepare. I just went in as myself, ready to let anything happen. So, for you, or anyone else, I would just be honest as I was. All Calumet is looking for are hard working, dedica...

My answer will be different from other Calumet interns. I was in the realm of research and design, so when I was at Calumet, my day consisted of sitting at my desk looking for potential problems and/or solutions that could occur if they were to transition to manufacturing a new type of board. If ...

Skills one would need to succeed as a Process Engineer Intern at Calumet would be trouble shooting, taking good notes, good verbal skills, and the ability to ask questions. Sometimes your idea will not go the way that it was needed, but you need to pick yourself up, look at it from a new angle or...

You should expect a normal 8 hour day. I would wake up early, go to work, and have a nice evening at home. Sometimes you would have to stay late, but overall, it was a nice "9-5" job.

Review the K-C One Behaviors (their core values). They will ask questions in the STAR format based on their behaviors. Know a story for each one.

As an incoming intern, most companies know that you do not bring a lot to the table in terms of experience. With that being said, it is important to relay any relevant coursework that you enjoyed that may apply, leadership experience, or other. Beyond speaking about your own relevant experience, ...

Each project highlighted different skills I had learned in my chemical engineering classes. My fluids class helped me calculate losses through a piping system, my computational tools helped me code up macros to use in Excel for a user-interface for the operators to use. I used a lot of calculus a...

An interview with Bunge is very similar to the standard interview you'd expect from other companies. Have prepared your strengths and how you've used them, as well as your weaknesses and how you're working on improving them. Also have projects and past experience ready to use as examples.

A normal day includes going into the clean room and troubleshooting tools, determining if product needs to be scrapped or to which part in the process they need to be sent to to be reworked, and a lot of time on the computer monitoring batch processes and progress and updating things like recipes.

I would say that there is no clear cut way to prepare for the interview for Briggs. It is not a technical interview. They are looking to see if you will fit in with others in the Engineering Department as well as the English culture in general. One of the most important aspects is telling the tru...

Most of the questions in my interview were behavioral, so just normal interview questions (Ex: Tell me about yourself, strengths/weakness, tell me about a time you had to resolve a conflict...etc.). The only technical related discussions were about classes that I had taken. I would suggest being ...

My position here is pretty typical of an engineering intern. I spend a decent amount of time at my desk reviewing and correcting documents, reading process narratives, helping the engineers on my project with smaller day to day tasks such as calculations, Excel spreadsheets, and AutoCAD. The proj...

I felt about as prepared as I could be for this co-op, from a classroom standpoint. The calculations that I am often asked to do are usually ones from Fluids or Mass and Energy. I will say I definitely find myself doing google searches to remember some formulas, but the classroom experience is de...

Think through accomplishments of which you are proud and work experiences that highlight your intelligence and ability to work well with others, and prepare how you would concisely present that information in STAR format. Highlight things that make you stand out and show that you are well-rounded.

Every day is different, which made the job interesting and unique. Typically my day consisted on working on various projects throughout the mill, attending business meetings with other engineers or vendors, meeting with my mentor or manager weekly to ensure I was on a productive track, and collab...

I’m not sure what location you are interviewing for, but I was in a large manufacturing center. Knowing certain fluid dynamics parts, terminology, and machines would help you to seem very prepared. Be prepared to say you work well with different levels of employees (technician/hourly employee, en...

Be prepared to discuss your life outside of class. Phillips looks for individuals that not only excel in the classroom, but excel outside of it as well. Being able to relate life experiences and leadership positions to the questions they ask is a great approach. They look for well rounded individ...

You should expect to get a lot of questions about your technical project experience. Most of my interviews (I had 4 in total - one with a campus rep and then three different managers one of which hired me) were about the work I've done in previous internships and in school. Make sure to be famili...

Most of my days focused on dealing with the daily problems that came up on the line. My bigger projects were about improving yield, increasing efficiency, and reducing scrap cost on the line. I would also investigate non-conforming product that made it past our inspection points to figure out why...

My major helped me in the fact that it gave me a good background in problem solving and general understanding of a variety of manufacturing processes. In general my work was not technically related to any of my classes but I definitely felt more prepared feeling comfortable on a manufacturing flo...

With respect to AMT, I believe that they value someone who is intellectually curious and who has a positive attitude. More specifically though, from my experience it was invaluable to market skills I had learned with respect to statistics. Specifically, demonstrating competency in Minicab helped ...

As most anyone would say--it varies. But, in my experience I was tasked to execute a Reproducibility and Reliability (R&R) study of their sampling process for nitrogen adsorption on silica. My day to day accordingly consisted of executing experimental work on the shop floor. So yes, you would be ...

It prepared me well I thought. Although everyday process engineering doesn't necessarily require intense calculus or applied equations, the Chem Eng curriculum does give you great background for learning concepts specific to their process, understanding them, and preemptive insight to possible so...

This is a tough question to answer because process engineering covers so much, from some logistics (lean manufacturing), to interacting with operators, to applying engineering principles to solve technical process problems. The wide variety honestly makes it really fun if you like learning; they ...

My papermaking classes explained to me the many different aspects of the paper making process, and what the common problems are that paper makers have to deal with. This enabled me to have a better idea of what the right questions to ask were and what variables to pay attention to when dealing wi...

You are expected to work 40 hours a week, but can work overtime if you are busy enough. You are not expected to work over 40 hours a week as a co-op student (as compared to a full-time employee where you are expected to work a lot more) so you have plenty of time for other things outside of work.

As a process engineering co-op at the Kaukauna mill, I normally arrived to work around 7am and immediately checked my email before going to the daily manufacturing meeting. The mill was split into two sections- the pulp mill daily meeting took place at 7:30am and the paper mill meeting took place...

Going into my process engineering co-op role at Expera, I had taken a introductory process synthesis class as well as a thermodynamics course. These courses helped me understand how turbines and boilers worked. I also used some statistics in my QC data analysis projects. I would say I utilized my...

Each interviewing process is different, but there are a few key points to be prepared to talk about. Make sure you are able to elaborate on anything you have put on your resume. You may think they won't ask, but if they do you want to be well prepared. Have ready answers for open ended questions ...

Everyday at my job is different. Tasks I do frequently include talking to vendors on the phone or in person, working with operators and maintenance to solve problems involving the machines or tooling, and organizational tasks such as data entry or creating instructions to ensure the safety of ope...

As a process engineer, the managers won't really look at GPA too much, or how good you are at math, or any other specific discipline. Your ability to communicate and adapt to a quickly changing manufacturing environment are the two key advantages to a good interview at ABB Jeff City for a Process...

Create work instructions and work directly with the production employees to create a tailored instructional document from their perspective and not an engineers perspective, but also incorporates safe practices and efficiency from a production standpoint. Create maintenance work orders or coordin...

A lot of your days will be spent going over P&ID's and editing process flow diagrams. As you progress in your training you will get assigned harder tasks like verifying the specs for a heat exchanger that needs to be purchased ect. In some cases you may get to go on-site for projects.Overall it's...

Understand the company mission of improving lives. Be sure to review lean manufacturing principles as well. Have examples of projects you worked on to solve problems. I would also talk about safety and its importance in a manufacturing company. Also know your schedule going in. They like to know ...

It depends on what department you end up working for. I work with process engineers looking for ways to improve the manufacturing process. I am often working on projects with other student engineers and full time engineers to complete small, high value projects. I spend time designing and testing...

Shell looks for students who have completed their Sophomore or Junior year engineering courses. Engineering students should be familiar with material balances, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer. Prior internship experience is not specifically required, but as it is a competitive corporate interns...

Engineers work a 9/80 schedule (google it for more information). Work-life balance is for full-time hires. You should not ask recruiters about it, or expect it as an intern. As previously mentioned this is an INCREDIBLY COMPETITIVE program with one of the largest corporations in the world that ha...

The people I worked with in my project group were really great! They taught me a lot about process engineering, company structure, and how our project fit into the big picture. I wasn't very enthused about doing data mining and entry in a cubicle for three months, but I ended up appreciating th...

At Textron there is little in the way of a training program for the internship position that you will be fulfilling; basically everything you will need to know will come from on the job experience. However, that being said, you will be set up with a mentor (which may or may not be your manager) ...

Work with some excel spreadsheets and get used to looking at long lists of serial numbers to see which ones are faulty.In particular get comfortable with Vlookup function on excel and PivotTables. Some knowledge of circuits is also really useful but for the most part you learn things on-the-job a...

A day in the life of a Process Engineer Co-op at Ortho is usually very busy and interesting. Everyday is different, but most days consist of running various tests, analyzing data, learning about multiple different manufacturing processes, attending project meetings, designing experiments and work...

A good understanding of basic Chemical Engineering principles is very important. Pressure-drop calculations, Radiant and Convective Heat-Transfer, and other core ChemE concepts are used frequently. Previous experience (or at least an aptitude) for conducting process simulations in HYSYS and other...

Process Engineers work with cross functional teams to resolve refinery concerns and keep refinery processes running optimally. You will likely be assigned a specific section of the refinery and be expected to become an expert on the process concerns common to that area and the different options a...

I would say that there is no clear cut way to prepare for the interview for Briggs. It is not a technical interview. They are looking to see if you will fit in with others in the Engineering Department as well as the English culture in general. One of the most important aspects is telling the tru...

A lot of your days will be spent going over P&ID's and editing process flow diagrams. As you progress in your training you will get assigned harder tasks like verifying the specs for a heat exchanger that needs to be purchased ect. In some cases you may get to go on-site for projects.Overall it's...

Every day is different, which made the job interesting and unique. Typically my day consisted on working on various projects throughout the mill, attending business meetings with other engineers or vendors, meeting with my mentor or manager weekly to ensure I was on a productive track, and collab...

Interviews with Georgia Pacific include behavioral based questions. My advice would be to think about experiences you've had as a student, or in your personal life, that have helped you grow. Collect a list of those examples and think about how those experiences have made you better in one way or...

It varies based on the department you are assigned to. I was the intern in charge of all testing for a paper machine. This meant that I had to collect samples from every step in the process daily and then report on them. For some of the reporting I just inputted it into an Excel spreadsheet but f...

Prepare for the interview like you would any other interview. Make sure you know what your resume says about your skillet and be able to talk about the engineering projects you've worked on in the past. For the process engineer position, high value is placed on individual with high analytical abi...

As a Bioengineer, I have a very broad engineering background in mechanics, electronics, and software. As a result of this broad background, I was well prepared to communicate with people from different specialties that were all working on the same solution. I would say my ability to work well wit...

It is exactly what you’d expect. You get to work, talk with some of your team to determine if things are working or on schedule, and then you go off to work on your project. A lot of the work involves speaking and working with multiple engineers to ensure quality and novel solutions. As part of a...

My papermaking classes explained to me the many different aspects of the paper making process, and what the common problems are that paper makers have to deal with. This enabled me to have a better idea of what the right questions to ask were and what variables to pay attention to when dealing wi...

Working on the production floor, your primary responsibility is to ensure that all the manufacturing lines are up and running at full capacity. This includes dealing with non-conforming material and getting other departments involved when you can't solve a given problem yourself. After that respo...

Work with some excel spreadsheets and get used to looking at long lists of serial numbers to see which ones are faulty.In particular get comfortable with Vlookup function on excel and PivotTables. Some knowledge of circuits is also really useful but for the most part you learn things on-the-job a...

In the powertrain manufacturing department of Tesla, a process engineering intern works with a team of process engineers that are responsible for one production line (in my case it was the Small Drive Inverter). There are 4-5 lines for powertrain, each producing a different component i.e. Large D...

Some data entry Data analytics Learning and improving plant operations Performing calculations to solve engineering problems

A day in the life at renewable energy group is very project/assignment driven. There are days where you are busy solving engineering equations, and there are days where you are working on side-project while you are waiting for plant technicians to get you information you need. Either way, there’s...

I studied the basic concepts of chemical engineering like heat and mass transfer, distillation, Thermodynamics and process control. Also be prepared to explain about your academic projects and any past internships.

Do your research on the plant and what chemistry it uses, and educate yourself on the major elements of the process that are unfamiliar. Be able to read and understand process flow diagrams and PI&Ds. Prepare examples of times you've worked on a project team and have completed projects (professio...

Daily interaction and involvement with the process. Depending on what is needed you could be working on minor engineering projects, verifying drawings and diagrams, troubleshooting equipment failures, and generally supporting plant functions through the engineering/maintenance department. There i...

-Review behavior-based/STAR format and have stories/responses ready-Know details of any relevant technical projects you've completed in and out-Review brands made by Kimberly-Clark and details of the job posting-Know your location preference

Early start, about 6 AM, on the manufacturing floor Constantly running in between office space, warehouses, and machine floor Daily communication with operators, engineers, and senior leadership Daily/weekly reports on waste data and material audits

Here are things BASF likes: Safety: any company worth a salt will care about this and BASF is certainly no exception. In your interview try to demonstrate that you take safety seriously. You can do this by recalling instances where: a)You've identified and documented hazards in a workspace, b) de...

Share what puts you over the edge above other applicants. Why should I hire you over someone else? What makes you tick? What do you see yourself doing in this role?Also talk about the 10 MBM Guiding Principles. It's in a book Charles Koch wrote and in the interview they'll eat that stuff up. Basi...

Broadly speaking, my role within the Technology Formulations group was to take certain platform technologies and integrate (or transform) them into a marketable skin care product. This included formulation design, characterization, and prototyping, as well as interfacing with other scientists and...

A process control engineer is responsible for ensuring that a production process and related equipment are running reliably and effectively. This includes monitoring equipment and process parameters, planning upgrades and maintenance, and developing and implementing changes that improve uptime an...

If you start in the summer, you do 2-3 months of learning all the safety systems, and starting to work on the machine to which you will be assigned, then there will likely be a 4-6 month training program, which will be technical, to teach you everything about the process. I was in Family Care and...

Once you are done with the training process (first 6-8 months), you'll work as a process engineer for a year or so, then if you have performed well, they will give you the chance to become a line/machine leader. After that, you could become a department leader after 1-2 years of doing line leadin...

You will be working on process optimization projects. This allows you to meet with and discuss sampling plans and ideas with engineers, foreman, and supervisors. Being able to communicate with others is essential for success in all projects. Other day to day tasks include safety meetings and area...

My papermaking classes explained to me the many different aspects of the paper making process, and what the common problems are that paper makers have to deal with. This enabled me to have a better idea of what the right questions to ask were and what variables to pay attention to when dealing wi...

Depending on your division a chemistry tech performs different tasks. I was in petroleum products research department. We did titrations of all kinds as well as flash tests, rust tests, and viscosity tests.

At ExxonMobil, there are a wide variety of jobs for chemical engineers. You can do traditional chemical engineering -- study distillation towers, work at a plant, use your thermo textbook, build optimization models -- but chemical engineers can also go into procurement, marketing, sales, HR, trad...