Location: Bellingham,Washington,United States

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Chemical/Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 in our Bellingham location!

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, Sedron Technologies designs, manufactures, installs, and operates advanced water and waste upcycling technologies. With a focus on transforming the paradigm from waste processing to resource recovery, Sedron Technologies works with municipal, agricultural, and industrial customers to process their "waste" into climate-smart commodities through environmentally and financially sustainable methods.

We are seeking a motivated Chemical/Process Engineering Intern to support the design, development, and optimization of innovative systems for dairy and municipality applications. This role offers hands-on experience in process modeling, plant design, and R&D while working closely with a cross-functional engineering team. You will contribute to both future project designs and improvements to existing systems, gaining exposure to real-world engineering challenges in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Because we design, build, commission, and operate our technologies, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position:

Assist in heat and material balance process modeling, simulation, and general design activities
Support plant layout and implementation planning
Develop process diagrams such as Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
Perform basic calculations for process equipment sizing such as tanks, pumps, and heat exchangers
Contribute to R&D activities, including lab-scale testing and evaluating theoretical process designs for commercial scale implementation
Help analyze system challenges and support potential product development solutions
Participate in project design reviews and documentation
Collaborate with engineers across multiple disciplines to support ongoing projects
Communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams of technicians, engineers, and operators
Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving drive, bringing energy and excitement to technically challenging work
Maintain reliable attendance, arriving on time and ready to contribute
Take ownership of additional duties as needed to support Company goals
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
401(k) with employer matching
Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing)

Education/Experience

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field
3.0 GPA or higher
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills; approachable and able to work effectively in a team
Proactive, hands-on, and eager to learn about different engineering disciplines and unit operations
Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in plant design, thermodynamics, and heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, materials science, chemical reactor design, and process control
Familiarity with simulation/design tools (AspenTech Software)

Additional Information

Compensation for this role is between $23 - $28 hourly 
Additional pay may apply for off-shift hours, off-site work, or special assignments
This role may qualify for a discretionary bonus, recognizing outstanding contributions to team and company success
This role requires less than 10% travel
In compliance with state and local pay transparency laws, the expected compensation for this role is shared above. The range provided is Sedron’s estimate of the base compensation
for this role and the final offer will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Compensation may be adjusted within this range to reflect regional cost-of-living differences in states where Sedron is hiring.

Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. Due to the nature of the work performed, this role is considered safety sensitive and as such all applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test, and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We encourage you to still apply! We’ll review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available.

Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/Drug-Free Employer.

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