GTI Energy is focused on solving global energy challenges through innovative solutions. The Engineering Rotational Development Program offers recent graduates the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments, ultimately transitioning into a permanent engineering role after completing the program.
Responsibilities
- Helping project managers (PMs) and principal investigators (PIs) manage technology and product development initiatives, including laboratory experimental and field demonstration research, managing project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and other project-specific needs
- Support the development, testing, and scale-up of innovative energy technologies across building systems, energy delivery infrastructure, and industrial and power generation applications, contributing to mechanical and process design, modeling, and applied research efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze, validate, and document technical solutions that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and emissions reduction across evolving energy systems
- Support the design, operation, and maintenance of laboratory and pilot-scale test facilities to advance the development and scale-up of energy technologies
- Conduct analytical and chemical testing, ensure safe and reliable experimental operations, and deliver high-quality data to inform research, technology development, and commercialization efforts
- Apply AI, advanced modeling, and data analytics to generate actionable insights for complex energy systems
- Conduct lifecycle and techno-economic analyses, develop reproducible decision-support tools, and translate technical findings into clear guidance to support strategic and net-zero planning decisions
- Support the development of scalable, low-carbon solutions to enhance the resilience and performance of natural gas infrastructure
- Contribute to methane reduction initiatives, safe and reliable system operations, and the integration of low- and no-carbon fuels to advance the transition to a Net Zero energy future
Skills
- B.S. in engineering or a science-related field, expected graduation Spring 2026
- Experience or willingness to learn in any of the following areas is a strong plus: Familiarity with chemical process modeling and/or design and fabrication of mechanical or electrical systems
- Knowledge of new and novel chemical and energy conversion processes preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Understanding and commitment to safety in test environments
- Able to appropriately prioritize & meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Basic understanding of the energy industry and mitigating its impact on climate change
- Comfortable with hands-on work and physical interventions with electro-mechanical systems
- Ability to plan experiments and analyze / present data clearly
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a cross-functional format
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team environment
- Willingness to travel for field work and related assignments
- Experience with laboratory and hands-on engineering development projects
Benefits
- Annual bonuses
- Paid time off
- Region-specific benefits
Company Overview
For more than eight decades, GTI Energy has contributed to the strengthening of energy systems and the communities they serve. It was founded in 1941, and is headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.gti.energy/.