Co-op

The Engineering Co-op at Dubois Chemicals in Sharonville, OH, offers students or recent graduates hands-on experience in environmental engineering and sustainability. Responsibilities include ensuring wastewater compliance, supporting waste reduction, and participating in energy conservation projects. The role involves collaboration with engineering teams to analyze processes and improve operational efficiency. Candidates should be enrolled in an engineering program with strong analytical skills. This is a full-time, on-site position.
About the position

The Engineering Co-op role at DuBois in the Sharonville plant is an exciting opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in environmental engineering and sustainability practices. This position focuses on several key areas, including wastewater permit compliance, solid waste reduction, and energy conservation. The co-op will be involved in projects aimed at minimizing waste and reducing disposal costs, which are critical for maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainability within the company. In this role, the co-op will work closely with engineering teams to analyze current processes and identify opportunities for improvement. This may involve conducting assessments of wastewater treatment systems, evaluating solid waste management practices, and implementing strategies for energy conservation across various production processes. The co-op will also participate in production capacity projects, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of operations at the Sharonville plant. DuBois is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any protected status. This commitment to diversity is reflected in the collaborative and supportive environment that encourages innovation and growth among team members.

Responsibilities
• Assist in ensuring wastewater permit compliance and monitoring disposal costs.
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• Support solid waste reduction initiatives and compliance efforts.
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• Contribute to waste minimization projects and strategies.
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• Participate in energy conservation efforts, focusing on steam, burners, and electricity usage.
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• Engage in production capacity projects to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements
• Currently enrolled in an engineering program or related field.
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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• Familiarity with environmental regulations and sustainability practices is a plus.

Nice-to-haves
• Previous internship or co-op experience in engineering or environmental science.
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• Knowledge of waste management and energy conservation techniques.

Benefits
• Hands-on experience in a real-world engineering environment.
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• Opportunity to work on impactful sustainability projects.
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• Mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals.