About the role#
We are looking for a motivated intern to join our Distillation/Conversion (DISCO) Asset team in Charleston, Tennessee. This 12-week, full-time program offers hands-on experience in chemical and mechanical engineering through real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the DISCO pulsation dampener study by analyzing failure frequency, failure types, and associated costs.
- Research and compile data to support pulsation dampener resizing.
- Recommend improvements for pulsation dampener performance by working with internal shops or external vendors.
- Support team members during T0 time evaluation for Conversion Revisions Review.
- Attend team meetings and contribute ideas.
- Prepare necessary documentation, reports, and presentations.
- Create and present a final project presentation at the end of the internship.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Rising sophomore or higher pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
- Ability to work full-time, in person, Monday through Friday for the 12-week program.
- Experience with positive displacement pumps, pulsation dampeners, acoustics, harmonics, and product design.
- Knowledge of pumps and pump curves.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality.
- Eagerness to learn and take initiative.
Location & details#
- Location: Charleston, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About WACKER
WACKER is a chemical and biotechnology company based in Munich. It produces silicones, polymeric binders, and additives for various industrial sectors. The company also manufactures hyperpure silicon for solar and semiconductor applications alongside products for the food and pharmaceutical industries. It maintains a global presence with offices in Germany, the United States, China, and the Czech Republic.
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