Trainee Program

Trainee Program – Tranter South America

At Tranter, we are more than a heat exchanger company! We are a global organization driven by engineering excellence, innovation, and strong customer relationships.

Founded in the United States, Tranter operates across all continents, with expertise spanning manufacturing, engineering, sales, and services in industrial markets. We combine a global vision with local agility to deliver high-performance solutions to our customers.

What can you expect from Tranter?

We are a multinational company that operates under Lean Manufacturing principles, with a streamlined structure that enables direct access to leadership and fast decision-making.

Our work environment is collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic. We value diversity in all its forms — including different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences — because we know that our strength lies in people. At Tranter, every individual plays a key role in ensuring operational excellence.

Trainee Program Structure

Our Trainee Program is designed to develop well-rounded professionals with a strong technical and business mindset.

You will go through a structured rotation across four key areas of the business:

• Engineering
• Purchasing
• Commercial
• Operations

Each rotation lasts 6 months, providing hands-on experience, exposure to real challenges, and a comprehensive understanding of our business processes.

Key Responsibilities

Throughout the program, responsibilities will vary according to each rotation, providing a comprehensive understanding of the business:

• Engineering: Ensure compliance and accuracy in technical drawings and specifications, supporting the development and quality of engineering deliverables
• Commercial: Prepare technical and commercial proposals, and engage in daily interactions with customers to understand needs and build strong relationships
• Purchasing: Manage the purchasing of direct materials for equipment manufacturing, ensuring cost-efficiency and alignment with project requirements
• Operations: Support operational activities with a focus on agility, ensuring the timely completion and delivery of equipment

Across all areas, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop a strong business mindset, and contribute to process efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Main Challenge

The main challenge of this role is to continuously identify opportunities for improvement throughout each 6-month rotation and actively contribute to integrating these improvements across different areas of the business.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates who combine a strong technical background and powerful mindset and a collaborative attitude.

You should be:

• Proactive, organized, and results-oriented
• A strong communicator with negotiation skills
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Aligned with Tranter’s values and culture

Mandatory Requirements

• Degree completed within the last 1–2 years in:
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials Engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Food Engineering
  • All Engineering's
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Fluent English
• Availability to travel
• Valid driver’s license (Category B) and own vehicle
• Nice to Have:
  • Knowledge of heat transfer and heat exchangers
  • Familiarity with Power BI and Python

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Meal Allowance
• Meal Voucher
• Transportation Voucher
• PLR (Profit Sharing Program)
• BRL 150 birthday benefit (granted one month after your birthday, to use as you wish)

Salary will be disclosed during the recruitment process.