Mechanical Engineering Intern

Wacker Chemical • Charleston, TN • 23h ago

Job Location (Short): Charleston, TN, USA, 37310

Posting Start Date: 12/18/25

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team inCharleston,

we are looking for you as a(n)Mechanical Engineering Intern.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Mechanical Engineering team. This internship offers hands-on experience in theoretical and applied concepts withing rotating & static equipment, professional development opportunities, and exposure to real-world projects that make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with project #1, #2 and #3

Shadow Mechanical Team members to learn both rotating and static equipment

Attend team meetings and contribute ideas

Prepare reports, presentations, or documentation as needed

Create and present a Project Presentation at the end of the internship

Other duties as assigned

Project Details

Primary Project: Pump Audits and Pump Bad Actors - Audit Areas and Validate System (SAP/EDMC), Design Specification/Data Sheet Development or Validation (3 to 5 pumps), Review with Asset Engineers and Operations, Size/Quote Alternatives with Vendors

Secondary Project (1): Vibration Analysis Program - ITPM Clean Up, Route Optimization and Gap Identification, Wireless Strategy Development

Secondary Project (2): Pump Repair Optimization - Continuation of Pump Training Program/Skid, Workflow Development with Maintenance, Pump Tracking Strategy for Offsite Repairs

Project Objectives:

Pump Audits - Reliability Improvements (~10% saving per pump), Bad Actor Alternative (individually quantified by payback), Vibration Analysis Program Optimization (man hour reduction and increased analysis/failure identification), Wireless Strategy (quantify payback/ROI), increase pump repair tracking improve MTTR and possible inventory reduction.

Qualifications:

Rising sophomore or higher pursuing Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.

Available full-time in person (Mon-Fri) for our 12 week program

Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Eagerness to learn and take initiative

Preferred Skills:

Experience with reliability or maintenance is useful but not required.

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner.

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Networking opportunities

Professional development workshops

Potential for future employment opportunities

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

Reference Code: 30521

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any @type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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