Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op - Fall 2026

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Time Type: Full time

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Job Description:

Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op - Fall 2026

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue the mission.

The Role:
Our site in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op to join our team for the Fall 2026 season. This assignment is intended to be 6 months in duration.

What You’ll Do:

• Support improvement projects to help San Luis Obispo site to attain higher levels of safety, quality and productivity.
• Evaluate and measure process performance, identify root causes of poor process performance, prove the causes, develop countermeasures to mitigate causes, implement mitigating actions in a timely manner, check if the mitigations worked, and standardize the improvements.

What We Seek:

• Completion of 2 or more years with selected major in Industrial or Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Desired Major(s) & Graduation Year:

• Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Eligibility:

• Must be a currently enrolled student
• Available to work 40 hours a week, M-F (8a-5p) beginning in June, working through December.
• ​Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in a co-op program
• Entegris is not currently hiring candidates for co-ops/internships who will need, now or at any time in the future, Entegris sponsorship through the H1-B lottery.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to manipulate mechanical assemblies and objects of 25 lb.
• Mobility to be able to investigate and observe shop floor activities.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule with paid holidays and sick time
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Compensation: $20-$32 hourly range with actual pay dependent on graduation year and candidate skillset

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

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