2026 Future Talent Program – Manufacturing and Reliability Engineering Co-Op

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features co-operative assignments that last up to 6 months and will include one or more projects.  These opportunities in our Manufacturing & Supply Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. 

Under the guidance of Reliability, Maintenance and Utilities Engineers, the Manufacturing and Reliability Engineering Co-op will support the on-going operation of Vaccine Manufacturing facilities and equipment as a member of the Engineering, Maintenance and Utilities (EMU) organization. Given the close interaction with actual Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) manufacturing, candidates need to be prepared to comply with GMP gowning restrictions for some of their activities (e.g. – remove jewelry, remove make-up, remove false nails, etc.). 

This position may include but is not limited to:

• Provide daily equipment trouble shooting, technical, and mechanical support to the daily operations of vaccine manufacturing departments. Facilities will be in regular operation or will be in start-up mode.

• Interact with other production support groups (technology, automation, and quality) and capital project teams while completing assignments.

• Provide progress updates to mentor summarizing the status of the assignments.

• Work with assigned mentor to develop personal and professional skills.

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs.

• Support utility (clean steam, water for injection, chilled water, tower water, glycol) and Air Handler Building Automation System (BAS) technical projects across multiple vaccine areas.

• Support equipment reliability projects and EMU West Point site initiatives across multiple vaccine areas.

This is a full-time Co-Op position.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• Candidate must be pursuing an Associates, BS, or MS degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline, with a focus on manufacturing process or related field.

• Candidates must have communication, leadership and teamwork skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Candidates should have previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred but not required.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

05/28/2026

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