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R&D Co-op

Sealed Air
United States, South Carolina, Duncan
100 Rogers Bridge Rd (Show on map)
Feb 12, 2026
Job Description R&D Co-op PESC (Duncan) Requisition ID: 53923 If you are a current employee click here to apply. Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. Westrive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance - a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2024, Sealed Airgenerated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com. Job Description We are seeking highly motivated individuals currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering to join Sealed Air as a Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Summer 2026. This position is part of Sealed Air's Co-op Program, which may include up to three sessions aligned with the university academic schedule. As part of the global Research & Development (R&D) organization, this role plays a key part in supporting the development, testing, and improvement of food packaging equipment and systems, contributing to innovation in one of Sealed Air's core business segments. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on engineering experience in a highly collaborative environment while working directly with experienced scientists, engineers, and application experts. You will contribute to active projects and complete a formal presentation to leadership at the end of each session. Sealed Air's co-op program is also used as a pipeline for identifying and hiring top talent for future full-time opportunities. Responsabilities Work hands-on to support the design, testing, and development of food packaging equipment and mechanical systems. Equipment Development & Troubleshooting Test, troubleshoot, assemble, modify, and improve food packaging equipment and mechanical components. Support equipment performance improvements and mechanical reliability initiatives. Design Engineering Design new equipment concepts and components using SolidWorks. Prepare and update engineering drawings and documentation for ongoing projects. Testing & Validation Plan and conduct testing of machines to validate performance and fitness for use in the field. Assist with experiments supporting the development of new products and processes under the direction of experienced engineers. Field Support Assist with field installations and tests as needed. Support application and equipment performance verification in customer or plant environments. Qualifications Completed at least1.5 years preferred (minimum 1 year) toward a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship. Must be able to handle and be in direct contact with raw meat and protein products. Able to provide own transportation to the co-op location. Able to work 10+ hour days in 40F environments as needed. Ability to travel up to 30%. Preferred Knowledge of general lab and machine shop practices. Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude. Familiarity with SolidWorks. Requisition id:53923 Relocation:No Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com. LINK1 MON1 Information at a Glance WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?* It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise. Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate. Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values. Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.