Engineering Technician Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Bayer scores A on the Alion truth index.
Engineering Technician Intern
This internship/co-op provides students with the opportunity to work on real-world engineering challenges, partner with experienced engineers, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and contribute to projects that impact agricultural innovation and global product supply operations. Participants will build practical technical skills while developing professional capabilities that prepare them for future engineering careers.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibilities of this role are to:
- Assist engineers with testing, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of equipment, systems, and processes;
- Collect, organize, analyze, and report technical data from laboratory, greenhouse, field, manufacturing, and operational environments;
- Support installation, maintenance, calibration, modification, and qualification of engineering equipment and instrumentation;
- Create and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), test reports, and engineering records;
- Assist with prototype development, fixture design, fabrication, and assembly activities;
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost reduction;
- Utilize software tools for data analysis, visualization, project tracking, and technical documentation;
- Participate in root cause investigations and problem-solving activities using engineering methodologies;
- Support project planning, execution, and tracking activities, including status reporting and milestone management;
- Present project progress, technical findings, and recommendations to engineering and business stakeholders;
- Follow all company safety, environmental, quality, and compliance requirements.
Key Working Relationships:
- Engineering Capability Hub engineers and technicians;
- Seed Production Innovation teams;
- Product Supply personnel;
- External contractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors as applicable.
WHO YOU ARE
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, software engineering, or a related technical discipline;
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude;
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem-solving methods;
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, and documentation;
- Familiarity with data analysis, automation, instrumentation, CAD, programming, or manufacturing systems;
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities;
- Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary teams;
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn;
- Strong organizational and time-management skills;
- Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate;
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $24.00 to $45.50. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits may include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc (if relevant). This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least March 19, 2027
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
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Location:
United States : Iowa : AMES || United States : Missouri : Chesterfield
Division:
Crop Science
Reference Code:
892842
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