Research & Development Co-Op in Modeling & Simulation Team

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Your role at Clorox:

As a Research & Development Co-Op at Clorox, you will work with a team of scientists and engineers located in Pleasanton, California to deliver and maintain a robust pipeline of innovative products for this fast-paced, exciting, and growing business. You will lead projects involving fluid mechanics, computer simulations, statistical tools and structural analysis. This is a full-time position, with the expectation that you will work 40 hours per week for a 6-month period.

In this role, you will:

The Research & Development (R&D) organization is at the heart of our Clorox business, taking new generations of consumer products from concept to reality. With such diverse roles as engineers, scientists, and simulation experts, R&D is a community of technical leaders and managers actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products, from initial concept to raw materials to final goods on store shelves. R&D is committed to leveraging the latest technology to bring consumers the high-quality, innovative products they expect and deserve.

Role Overview: As a Research & Development Co-Op at Clorox, you will work with a team of scientists and engineers located in Pleasanton, California to deliver and maintain a robust pipeline of innovative products for this fast-paced, exciting, and growing business. You will lead projects involving fluid mechanics, computer simulations, statistical tools and structural analysis. This is a full-time position, with the expectation that you will work 40 hours per week for a 6-month period.

Job Responsibilities May Include:

• Leveraging your analytical transport phenomena skills to increase physical understanding and enhance consumer delight.
• Building computational fluid dynamics simulations to drive product improvements.
• Validating models with experimental data, potentially giving guidance on experimental methods.
• Draw observations and conclusions from your models & simulations, leading to product, package, and/or process recommendations.
• Presenting your results effectively to stakeholders and decision-makers using visual aids.

What we look for:

Education

• Currently pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field (e.g. chemical and biochemical engineering) at a US university with a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Technical Skills

• 1-2 years’ experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD), using tools such a Star-CCM+
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) tools, such as SOLIDWORKS
• Experience with finite element analysis and/or statistics will be valuable
• Undergraduate level training in transport phenomena, including fluid mechanics and mass transfer

Other Skills

• Problem-Solving and Creativity: Passionate about breaking down complex problems and devising efficient solutions.
• Adaptability and Proactivity: Willing to learn from challenging situations and take a proactive approach.
• Effective Communication: Skilled at explaining intricate concepts and influencing others with your ideas.

• Collaboration: Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Organizational and Time Management Skills: Strong ability to manage tasks efficiently.

Workplace type:

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

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