Process Technician Internship

Solugen is seeking a Process Technician Intern in Houston, TX, to support operations in their innovative Bioforge facility. The role involves safely operating various process units and requires attention to detail, multitasking, and teamwork. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Process Technology and have a passion for sustainability. The position emphasizes safety, adaptability, and creative problem-solving within a startup culture.
Solugen


Houston, TX 77035


Position


Process Technician Internship


About Solugen


Solugen is a groundbreaking technology company on a bold mission to decarbonize the physical world. At the heart of our innovation is the world’s first sustainable molecule factory—the Bioforge. This unique manufacturing platform uses a chemienzymatic process to convert plant-derived substances into essential materials that have historically been made from fossil fuels—all with minimal emissions and no hazardous waste. A highly scalable and localized alternative to conventional approaches, the Bioforge enables us to produce a range of high-performance, cost-competitive, and sustainable solutions to meet the diverse needs of our customers.


Ready to shape the future? Join us.


Are you passionate about sustainable solutions and combating climate change? We're always on the lookout for dynamic individuals who blend passion with adaptability. You thrive in an environment where curiosity propels you, questions are celebrated, and insights power your work. As a self-starter, you’ll embrace the pace and uncertainty of startup culture– that’s where the best ideas flourish. At our core, we prioritize safety above all, value respect for others, and consider creative problem-solving a superpower.


Mission


The Process Technician Internship reports to the Operations Manager and works with the outside and blending Process Technicians. It is responsible to make sure all tasks are carried out to safely operate the EOR, MOR, MVR, utilities and the blending unit. This position is located at our Minetta location in Houston, TX.


Responsibilities


Ideal candidate will be able to perform all duties of the Process Tech and additionally must be able to:


Operate the board for: EOR, MOR, MVR, Utilities and Blending Unit which includes, but not limited:


Start-upNormal OperationShutdownEmergency shutdown
Key Competencies


Job Specific


Attention to detailAbility to multitaskAbility to lead peopleProcess safety orientedAbility to work under pressureAbility to be a team playerAbility to walk linesAbility to work with HMI stations
Company Specific


Ability to be nimble with a willingness to embrace the speed and ambiguity of startup culturePassion for green chemistry and fighting climate changeComfort working in multiple rolesAbility to self-manage and set priorities and scheduleCreative problem-solving natureAppreciation and emphasis for safety above all elseRespect for others
Qualifications



High School diploma requiredActively pursuing a degree and/or certification in Process Technology.Demonstrated mechanical ability preferredOperational discipline knowledge preferred
Work with outside Process Technician to execute, but not limited:


Unit roundsLine-upsProduct loadingRaw material unloadingTroubleshooting



Solugen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.