Engineering Intern

About Folia: Folia Materials is an award-winning cleantech using advanced paper coating technology as our platform super material. Folia’s POU Water Filters are on-sale at 2,500 grocers in Bangladesh. Folia’s paper microwave susceptors provide superior microwave foods and sustainability. We are looking for individuals who take the initiative - in their work and community - to be a part of our success story.

Overview:

The person in this role is responsible for projects involving synthesis/prototyping, engineering, materials analysis and running a broad range of experiments involving both basic chemistry and food testing. Will work with both the materials team and the sales department to work towards high quality results.

Responsibilities:

Carry out food testing and materials experiments

Collate and analyze performance data

Organize and maintain sample inventory

Perform quality control testing and materials analysis

Aid in prototyping and production of new form factors

Testing and tracking performance of samples

What we look for:

Ability to perform tasks with consistent rigor and attention to detail

Experience with physical experiments and data analysis

General engineering capabilities

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also contributing observations

Demonstrated ability to prioritize requests and effectively manage multiple daily tasks

Adaptability- ability to rapidly master new technical skills and identify roadblocks

Experience with LabVIEW is a nice to have

Qualifications:

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline

Recent high school/college graduates

Experience in cellulosic materials, food science, pulp, paper, or packaging is helpful.

Experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred

We Offer You:

Professional Development

A thorough introduction to the startup world - you will experience, first-hand, how startups function

A close-knit team driven to sustainability and innovation

On-Site: No virtual work is available. Local candidates only.

Full time/Part time