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POWER Engineers Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation Design) in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation Design)
Location: Ann Arbor
State/Territory: Michigan
Department: Power Delivery Ann Arbor Substation Dept
Description
Substation Electrical Engineer Intern
Do you want to have an opportunity to expand your skills and teamwork? Looking for a company that will provide a great chance for real-world training and skill development? POWER Engineers can help you reach your career goals in an environment that promotes professional growth and encourages innovative ideas.
POWER Engineers is a 100% employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm. Our services range from power distribution, design, and generation to facilities, visualization, and much more.
Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities
Power Engineers is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer student for a summer internship to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Ann Arbor, Michigan office.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of multiple experienced engineers, the successful Electrical Engineer intern candidate will be involved in and experience all aspects of substation design. Over the candidate’s internship, they will be involved in the development of the following substation design components.
Perform and/or assist with the detailed design of low to extra high voltage substations including, but not limited to
One-line diagrams
Schematics
Wiring diagrams
SCADA
Communications
Station physical layouts
Sections/Elevations
Cable and conduit plans and details
Ground grid design and details
Foundation plans and details
Structural plans and details
Control enclosure design and details
Lightning protection plans
Yard lighting plans
Bills of Materials
Shall learn, understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
Perform design calculations in accordance with industry standards such as IEEE, NEC, NESC, etc.
Assist senior engineers with QA/QC design checks
Possible site visits
In addition to working under the guidance of experienced team members, the selected intern will also participate in sessions designed to develop your skills and provide networking opportunities. Those sessions include:
Professional Development sessions focused on resume writing, interview tips, building a LinkedIn profile, and more.
Early Talent Speaker Series where leaders speak to interns about their role, vision for the company, and career path, offer career advice, and a Q&A session.
Fun Friday activities where interns company-wide join to network and have some fun while doing it.
Required Education/Experience
Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited university.
The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
Candidate is interested in consulting engineering and the electric utility industry.
Desired Education/Experience
Minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average (GPA).
Successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection is a plus.
Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for the successful completion of 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. as well as 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. 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!
EOE, including disability/vets
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