The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.

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Mechanical Engineer Co-Op

A Mechanical Engineer Co-Op at Mosaic will be assigned to special projects and will assist other engineers on major projects. Projects will focus on improving facility efficiency and final product quality.

Our student opportunities allow you to learn from Professional Engineers, offers competitive pay, a relocation package and opportunity to work with a global leader on exciting projects and much more.

Where will you work: Four Corners Facility (11200 R 37 South. Bradley, Fl 33835). Housing and relocation available for qualified students.

Term

August 21 - December 8th, 2023. Up to 40/hrs a week.

What will you do?

Day to day work assignments could include sampling process streams, in-person monitoring of equipment or a process in an operating industrial facility, computer modeling, etc.

Specific project assignments will be made by the supervisor; assignments could include:
- Troubleshooting-Using problem solving techniques such as RCA’s, 8-step and/or 5 Why
- Evaluating equipment/process performance comparative to design or similar processes
- Evaluate equipment performance and health utilizing thermography, vibration and oil analysis
- Design/size/validate new or modification of existing equipment
- Computer modeling of a process or system
- Preventative maintenance and job plan improvements incorporating precision maintenance practices
- Develop strategic reliability-centered maintenance approach to optimizing asset life and productivity through documented asset strategies
- Utilize root cause analysis to review significant failures, identify corrective action to prevent re-occurrence and refine asset strategy to sustain improvement
- Mine data to identify reliability improvement opportunities and develop corrective actions focused on delivering OEE improvements and cost reduction
- Identify deficiencies in maintenance processes and develop sustainable improvements
Communicate with various levels of personnel throughout the organization, including management, plant operators, engineers (of various disciplines), lab personnel, and contractors
Participation in department meetings and meetings specific to the project assignment
Adhering to Mosaic’s mission, guiding principles and priorities, and key competencies

What do you need for this role?

Sophomore level or higher pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
2.75 GPA or higher
Completed Statics, Dynamics or Thermodynamics classes prior to internship/co-op
Ability to function in an industrial chemical and mining environment
1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is required
Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and implement learned process, procedures or software
Strong verbal, written and listening communication skills, including presentation skills
Ability to effectively work with employees at all levels within the organization and external customers, suppliers and vendors
Maintain a clean work environment and comply with all safety and environmental policies
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others

Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. unassisted and regularly
Able to climb stairs and work at various heights
Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials
Able to hear, with or without correction
Able to read, write and understand basic English
Able to see, with or without correction
Able to travel unassisted
Able to use fine hand motor skills
Able to work in tight or closed-in spaces
Able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required
Physically able to use standard safety equipment which is rated for 300 pounds or less
Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete the following: Post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination
Must be authorized to work in the United States

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