Evonik Degussa Corporation

Evonik Rotation Program - Early Career Engineers

Evonik Degussa Corporation$85K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (anticipated December 2026 - June 2027)
  • Eligible to start the program in July 2027
  • Willingness to relocate for the program duration
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and practices, preferably with relevant internships or co-op experience
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Team-oriented with adaptability to changing situations
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Assist in boosting productivity and equipment reliability within assigned operational areas
  • Evaluate concepts for capital investment projects and operational improvements
  • Provide technical support for engineering processes and customer projects
  • Prepare engineering documentation for capital and customer projects in compliance with standards
  • Assist in project scope and feasibility studies to secure approvals
  • Take on various engineering roles across multiple site assignments
  • Analyze and document performance data to enhance process reliability and quality
  • Collaborate with multiple departments to support project execution

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation stipend
  • 10 paid site holidays
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
Full Job Description

Job Description Summary

As a participant in Evonik’s two-year Rotational Program, you will support process optimization, capital projects, and operational excellence initiatives across manufacturing and engineering functions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop engineering solutions, and improve process performance, equipment reliability, product quality, and production efficiency. Through diverse rotational assignments, you will apply and expand your technical, project management, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.

RESPONSIBILTIES

  • Provide technical and methodological assistance to defined production and operations areas to increase productivity or reliability of processes and/or equipment
  • Support the evaluation of concepts for expansions including small and mid-sized Capital Investment Projects, quality increase, production availability and/or operations management
  • Provide technical support in basic engineering, detail engineering, process development and scale-up of customer projects or production processes
  • Support preparation of basic engineering and design documentation on capital projects and customer projects in compliance with all applicable standards where required
  • Support preparation of project scope and financial feasibility studies to gain project approval
  • Act in assigned roles within site assignments which may include process, project, maintenance & reliability engineering or roles within a subject matter expert team such as Energy & Utilities or RD&I support roles
  • Analyze, monitor and document data using pre-set tools, methods and formats to improve processes and increase reliability or quality process and products
  • Collaborate with other departments from procurement, plant engineering, supply chain, EHSQ and HR as well as controlling and regulatory to support project or task execution
  • Supports business processes by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment and standard software packages, while providing technical guidance as needed to operators or support staff.
  • Develop appropriate plans or perform necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements to improve performance of processes, product or equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Receive Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Curriculum between December 2026 and June 2027
  • Begin employment with Evonik Corporation in July 2027 as part of the Evonik Rotation Program cohort
  • Must be mobile and willing to relocate to another region (NA and/or internationally) for the duration of the program (2 years)
  • Be knowledgeable of engineering fundamentals, standard industry practices, and regulatory requirements and/or operations management through previous work experiences (Co-Op or internships) in the chemical industry preferred
  • Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Excel in a project team environment with high adaptiveness to variable situations
  • Demonstrated ability to think critically and solve problems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Highly organized and efficient in time management
  • Authorized to work in the US without restriction or need for future sponsorship

Summary Compensation & Benefits:​

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).​

The pay range for this position is: $85,000-$90,000

Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.  Benefits included, but not limited to:

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits​
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation stipend
  • 10 paid site holidays
  • Paid time off plan ​
  • 401(k) savings plans​
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)​
  • Employee Assistance Program​
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts​
  • Disability benefits​
  • Life Insurance​

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Your Application
 

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html. 

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Michelle Rush [C]

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Evonik Corporation

About Evonik Degussa Corporation

Evonik Degussa Corporation is a global specialty chemicals company that produces a wide range of products for various industries, including automotive, construction, and healthcare. The company's products include coatings, adhesives, and sealants, as well as specialty chemicals for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Evonik Degussa Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. The company is a subsidiary of Evonik Industries AG, a German chemical company.
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