Industrial Engineering Rotation Program

Summary

Louis Dreyfus Company is a global merchant and processor of agricultural goods operating across the agricultural value chain. The Industrial Engineering Rotation Program provides recent graduates with hands-on experience across industrial facility operations through two one-year assignments. Participants will develop leadership skills, learn CapEx project planning and implementation, and contribute to projects involving maintenance, processing, safety, quality, operations, and commercial activities.

Responsibilities

• Gain first-hand experience in every operational position within an industrial facility
• Work alongside engineering experts
• Learn foundations of CapEx project planning and implementation
• Enhance leadership skills by interacting with a diverse team of employees
• Use state-of-the-art equipment/technology to contribute to projects within the areas of Maintenance, Processing, Safety/Health/Environment, Quality, Operations, and Commercial

Skills

• Recent Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Safety, Agriculture Mechanization, Agriculture Systems Technology, or Agricultural Engineering
• Resourceful, creative, versatile, and able to work autonomously as well as in a team environment
• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and have a genuine interest in learning about the agricultural industry
• Open to relocation both domestically and internationally
• Resilience, drive, and ability to adapt to rapid changes

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Recent Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Safety, Agriculture Mechanization, Agriculture Systems Technology, or Agricultural Engineering
• Resourceful, creative, versatile, and able to work autonomously as well as in a team environment
• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and have a genuine interest in learning about the agricultural industry
• Open to relocation both domestically and internationally
• Resilience, drive, and ability to adapt to rapid changes

Benefits

• Gain leadership skills, deepen understanding of the commodities industry, gain experience using state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and learn hands-on by shadowing seasoned industry professionals.
• Participation in meetings, workshops, and projects designed to increase familiarity with the company’s culture and values.
• Eligible to enroll in benefits and participate in the company’s pension plan.
• Competitive pay and potential bonuses for trainees.
• Mentorship by LDC’s leaders and opportunities to build relationships with employees from around the world.
• Career development opportunities preparing participants for larger and more complex leadership roles within industrial assets.
• Personal Protective Equipment is provided.
• Comprehensive benefits program including extended health care and dental coverage, employee and family assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions and matching.
• Paid vacation, paid sick time and paid statutory holidays.