Co-Op Process Engineer - Spring 2027

Principle Responsibilities

• Cook up projects during design and construction.
• Assist with software and hardware checkout on new systems and control strategies.
• Build and implement equipment maintenance databases.
• Perform data collection and analysis for production optimization.
• Work with engineers, maintenance, consultants, contractors, vendors, and operations.
• Cook up inspection programs for tanks and pressure vessels.
• Work on special projects to optimize chemical usage in the pulping process.
• Automate data collection and reporting for production benchmarks.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required.
• Must be a permanent U.S. resident, requiring no sponsorship.
• Currently attending a participating University (Mississippi State University, The University of Mississippi, Auburn University, University of Alabama, University of South Alabama, University of Maine, University of North Carolina State, University of Miami Ohio, Georgia Tech, University of Tennessee or Tennessee Technology University, majoring in Paper Science or Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or other related majors).
• Exhibit excellent communication, analytical and computer skills (proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Self-starter and be able to work on projects and interpret results with little oversight.
• Must be willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Any previous industrial exposure is of benefit.

Compensation And Benefits

• Starting salary for position: $27.00 per hour.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Disclaimer

The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Disclaimer

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.