Summer 2027- Process Engineer Intern

What you'd do

• Analyze production and equipment performance data to identify the primary drivers of downtime, reduced throughput, and other losses impacting Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Conduct root cause investigations using engineering problem-solving methodologies and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability teams to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Track project results and quantify improvements in equipment reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs through process improvements, waste reduction initiatives, and optimization of raw material and utility consumption.
• Evaluate process performance through data analysis, plant observations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop business cases and financial benefit analyses to support project recommendations and measure realized savings.
• Support quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and improving overall product consistency.
• Investigate process-related quality issues, identify root causes, and recommend sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with Production, Quality, and Technical teams to implement improvements that enhance product quality and reduce customer complaints.
• Charter, scope, and execute projects aligned with site operational and strategic objectives.

What they want

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate technical data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance project deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong skills in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and project tracking.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Reliability, and Engineering teams.
• Coursework or project experience in manufacturing processes, process engineering, statistics, process control, or continuous improvement.
• Experience analyzing data and using engineering principles to solve technical problems.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

About Momentive

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future.