At Formula we're looking for an intern to work in our Process Engineering Team, to assist with data collection, developing projects, communications and progressing reactive tasks, and proactive works. You'll get hands-on experience working within our busy manufacturing operation, enabling you to develop your technical skills and directly support the team's production and quality goals.
This Process Engineering intern will be a part of the Process Engineering team which is a small multi-disciplined team of engineers. We collaborate with the wider site teams and senior management in order to identify opportunities for process improvements and would welcome our intern to bring fresh ideas and new ways of thinking.
Formula is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland. At Formula, we manufacture high- performance gypsum-based materials used in construction and industrial applications across the UK and beyond. From plaster to specialist formulations, our products are essential to modern buildings - and we're continually innovating to improve performance, reduce environmental impact, and support the shift toward low-carbon construction.
This is site-based role, working Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, so you must live within a commutable distance of our facility in Newark on Trent. We're paying a competitive salary plus many benefits too, and are committed to your development - we'll support and mentor you to be the best you can be for the duration of your year in industry. This is more than just a placement-it's your chance to gain valuable industry insight, build your technical skills, and make a tangible impact on the future of construction.
What we're looking for:
A current Undergraduate studying Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar
Thorough and detail-driven work ethic
Ability to analyse data and draw meaningful conclusions
A teamwork mentality and ability to collaborate effectively
Ability to communicate technical concepts and bring data to life for your stakeholders
Previous work experience in a manufacturing setting and mechanical knowledge/understanding would be an advantage
A curious mindset with an ability to identify opportunities for improvements
Someone proactive who is equally as comfortable with strategic planning as well as being hands-onWhat you'll be doing:
Act as an ambassador for H&S, carry out risk assessments before performing tasks and challenge and report risks and unsafe behaviours
Assist team on developing systems to collect and monitor, and analyse data
You'll be an active member of Process and Engineering investigations on reactive issues and breakdown to address problems and assist root cause analysis activities
Assist our WCM (World Class Manufacturing) facilitator in recording the minutes in the Pillar development meetings and communicate to the relevant parties.
Liaise with external suppliers and contractors as required through projects
Collaborate with process engineers and control engineers on projects and reactive works
Update daily, weekly and monthly KPIs on Team improvement boards (Including project boards, pillar boards and central systems)Are Formula and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?
Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.
We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.
And what about flexibility?
At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen.
If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you