The Manufacturing / Engineering Trainee role is designed to develop future engineering and operations talent while strengthening technical support within Manufacturing.

Essential Functions

Support day-to-day manufacturing operations with technical troubleshooting and process improvements
Assist in the identification, design, and execution of capital improvement projects
Partner with engineering and plant teams to optimize production processes and efficiency
Contribute to project scope development, design, and cost estimation activities
Support development and maintenance of operating procedures, P&IDs, and plant documentation
Participate in process safety initiatives, including hazard analyses, risk assessments, and compliance activities
Assist in ensuring adherence to Process Safety Management (PSM) standards and HSE policies
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, safety, quality, and operations teams
Participate in a structured rotation across manufacturing sites to gain broad organizational exposure

Role Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related discipline)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
0–3 years of relevant experience a plus
Exposure to manufacturing, chemical processing, or oilfield services environments
Basic understanding of process safety, operations, or project engineering

Environmental Restrictions

Ability to perform essential job duties in both indoor and outdoor environments, including offices, facilities, and external job sites.
Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, moving equipment, and uneven terrain.
Physical requirements may include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and operating tools or equipment as necessary to perform job responsibilities.
Regular attendance and adherence to company safety policies are required.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state laws, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Innospec Inc.

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