PM35 Process 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. The Paper Machine Co‑op will assist the Production Team in achieving safety, quality, production, cost, and product development objectives of a paper machine process line. This position offers an engaged, team‑focused environment and the opportunity to build skills and experience for future engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost‑optimization projects by conducting trials, developing trial plans, and authoring trial reports.
• 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.
• Assist and/or lead safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost‑control, compliance, and housekeeping projects.
• Support the machine manager in leading a paper machine process line, including daily and long‑term activities.
• Support operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Enrolled in a Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar engineering degree program.
• Willing to live in or relocate to Stevens Point, Wisconsin for the duration of the assignment (January – August 2027).
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.

Pay

$27.00 per hour

Schedule

Spring/Summer 2027 assignment, running from January through August 2027.