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With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.Responsibilities / Tasks\nThe pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.\nThe Application & Technology Center (ATC) Engineering Co-op is a temporary work-and-learn opportunity for students interested in food, beverage, biotechnology, and process engineering. Working alongside the Senior Biotechnologist, New Food Technical Director, and Test Center Manager, the co-op will gain hands-on experience in pilot plant operations, process development, and equipment troubleshooting.\nThe co-op will support customer test trials by assisting with equipment setup, operation, process monitoring, data collection, and technical documentation. Additional responsibilities include equipment cleaning and maintenance, test preparation, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.\nThis role is highly hands-on and requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. The co-op will also complete one or more engineering projects focused on process improvement, automation, equipment enhancement, or application data generation, contributing to the capabilities and efficiency of the ATC.\nThe ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and interested in pursuing a career in food, beverage, biotechnology, or process engineering.\nThis position is expected to last approximately eight months, spanning one academic semester and the summer term. Flexible scheduling may be available during the semester for students attending classes; however, a minimum availability of 20 hours per week is required. Full-time availability is expected during the summer term.\nEssential Duties/Responsibilities:\nCompletes major project to support new ideation, install an updated workflow, or an automation improvement that will enhance the ATC.\nMonitor the operation of pilot plant equipment in conformance with test requirements (bioreactors, fermenters, thermal processing systems (UHT), vacuum mixers, dryers, membrane filtration, aseptic processes, special equipment, utility systems, etc.) making appropriate adjustments per test requirements\nMonitor/repair/assemble test station equipment as directed\nClean pilot plant and its equipment to maintain good operating order\nAssist in preparing shipping requests, recording shipments, documenting inventory of plant consumables and safety equipment\nComply with internal and external QHSE requirements (Including: Training, Waste disposal, record keeping, etc.)\nCollect and organize data on operating conditions and log of operations for use in generating a final test report\nContribute to team effort by completing all tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor\nYour Profile / Qualifications\nRequired Skills/Abilities:\nGood verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to work in a team atmosphere\nMust be able to monitor several operations/factors simultaneously\nWorking knowledge of MS Office products required\nMust be able to maintain confidentiality \nThis description is not designed to cover an all-inclusive list of skills, abilities, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Responsibilities, skills, and abilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.\nKey Accountabilities:\nImpact on Business Predominantly delivers - follows defined standards.\nInnovation and ChangePredominantly proposes minor changes in existing processes or products.\nMain Communication Partners Predominantly communicates with others within the organization.\nDecision-Making Powers Predominantly supports decision-making.\nEducation and Experience: Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field. Must be at credit level of a Junior or above\nThe typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $24.00 to $27.00 per hour. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States. Housing Stipend offered.\nAt GEA, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.\nPlease note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.\nGEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted, and valued. 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