Engineering Intern (Overhead Transmission Lines)
Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities:
POWER Engineers is currently seeking a talented civil, mechanical, electrical or engineering physics student for an 8 or 12 month co-op term. Under the guidance of experienced staff, the successful candidate will support the design of overhead transmission line and distribution line structures, foundations, and their related facilities.
Required Education/Experience
- Pursuit of a university degree in civil, structural, or electrical engineering or other related discipline.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Candidate is interested in consulting engineering and the electric utility industry.
- Candidate is legally authorized to work permanently in Canada without the need for work sponsorship.
Desired Education/Experience
- Minimum of a 2.75 GPA.
- For electrical engineers, successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection is a plus.
- For civil engineers, coursework in structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying is a plus.
- Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for successful completion of tasks.
- Ideal coursework includes AutoCAD, structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design, and surveying.
- Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially if related to civil and/or structural engineering, is desirable.
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.
POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!