Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation Design)

Description

Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation Design)

Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities

POWER Engineers is currently seeking a talented electrical engineering student for a summer internship. Under the guidance of multiple experienced engineers, the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of utility substation design. Responsibilities will include detailed design of low to extra-high voltage utility substations to include one-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation layout, etc. The position may also include performing design calculations in accordance with industry standards such as IEEE, NEC, NESC, etc., assisting senior engineers with QA/QC design checks and assisting design engineers with design efforts for electric utility substation physical and protection/control design.

Required Education/Experience

• Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Candidate is interested in consulting engineering and the electric utility industry
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Desired Education/Experience

• Minimum of a 2.75 GPA
• Successful completion of junior-level courses in power systems analysis and or power system protection is a plus    
• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for completing tasks
• Prior internship and or related engineering experience is a plus
• Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position
• Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc., and Microsoft Excel is beneficial

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work.      

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us! 

EOE, including disability/vets

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