Manufacturing Rotational Engineers

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues to make the world a brighter place.

About the role

Covestro’s Manufacturing Rotational Engineering Development Program puts you on track for an exciting career at one of the world’s largest and most innovative producers of polymers and high-performance plastics. Throughout the multi-year program, you’ll work closely with some of the industry’s best and brightest manufacturing and engineering experts at our world-class, large-scale Baytown facility near Houston, Texas.

Rotations last up to 12 months in two of our on-site business units. At the end of the program, participants will be placed in an engineering position within one of our core businesses, with most positions located in Baytown. Members of the Baytown site leadership team are directly involved in placing participants, giving you early exposure to this influential group of decision-makers. Placement is determined by the needs of our businesses, with your preferences taken into consideration.

Responsibilities

• Learn about our business’ products and processes, focusing on process optimization and reliability improvements
• Partner with Engineering to gain hands-on experience with project execution
• Receive specialized technical training throughout each rotation to build a strong, well-rounded technical foundation
• Help Covestro continue to produce the highest quality products in the most cost-effective and efficient manner

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree by May 2027 or start of employment in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering, or process control engineering with the desire to pursue a career in a manufacturing environment
• Previous internship or co-op experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Covestro internship experience
• Previous internship or co-op experience, preferably in an industrial/chemical plant setting
• Knowledge of business concepts, such as marketing, finance, and information technology, for process modeling and analysis

Skills

• Excellent communication, listening, team, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information accurately
• Strong project planning and organizational skills
• Proven results by working in a team environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills through involvement in extracurricular or community activities
• Established ability to interact effectively with a variety of functions and with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures
• Proficiency in computer software, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong desire to work in a chemical plant
• Curious – seek career advice from mentors and strive to learn continuously
• Courageous – willing to visit and work in different locations, ask questions, and make decisions
• Colorful – bring energy, vibrancy, and a unique perspective to solving critical problems as part of a diverse team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401K with a very competitive employer match
• Share purchase program
• Annual paid time off