Mechanical Engineer Co-op, Spring 2027

About the role

The Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill’s Co‑op program is designed to develop future engineering and leadership talent while providing high‑quality process support to the mill’s operations groups. Co‑op assignments offer candidates the chance to grow in their chosen discipline and learn about various career paths within the organization. Although future employment is not guaranteed, the goal is for Co‑ops to be fully capable of stepping into a full‑time engineering position by the end of the program.

This Mechanical Engineer Co‑op position at the Stevens Point, Wisconsin plant (Spring 2027) will assist the Maintenance Team in achieving safety, quality, production, cost, and product development objectives for a paper‑machine process line. The role provides an engaged, team‑focused environment to build related skills and experience for the future.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost‑optimization projects.
• Assist with machine shutdowns and start‑ups.
• Learn and provide technical support to process engineers and coordinators using Proficy, Centerlining, Optivision, and Aspentech software systems.
• Monitor, assess, analyze, and optimize process quality and conditions.
• Monitor, assess, and analyze process variability.
• Reduce environmental impact.
• Provide technical support for key departments.
• Apply problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Follow Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures, and policies to meet safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper.
• Assist and/or lead safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost‑control, compliance, and housekeeping projects.
• Support operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering degree program.
• Living in or willing to relocate to the Stevens Point, Wisconsin area for the period January – August 2027.
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.

Pay

Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour