Engineering intern

Summary

Interstates is a company that focuses on electrical, controls, automation, and OT work for industrial facilities. They are seeking a Design Services intern to support various tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience in industrial electrical design and construction while working alongside seasoned professionals.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and review received information that represent the scope of the project
• Record design decisions in software like InterTrak (internal equipment list software) to facilitate design drawings and equipment specifications
• Use 2D and 3D drafting software to develop electrical drawings used to communicate project scope to the contractors or fabricators
• Utilize various software to provide clear communication with team members and clients regarding project updates
• Travel to job-sites or shop and work alongside the craft or manufacturing team as tasks/projects are completed
• Network within Interstates industries to promote the Interstates brand and further promote our position as a premier provider of engineering services
• In all aspects of the position, this role will carry out his/her duties in compliance with organizational policy and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned
• Utilize SKM to complete power system models and execute Arc Flash, Coordination, and Short Circuit analysis
• Write reports to communicate the electrical hazards present, precautionary measures, and remediation recommendations
• Develop the electrical distribution plan to bring power from the utility to the utilization equipment (motors, devices, lights, and receptacles)
• Use AutoCAD and Revit to develop electrical drawings communicating the scope of the project
• Develop a constructible plan that facilitates successful off-site prefabrication and on-site installation of electrical systems
• Use Revit to develop 3D BIM models and produce installation or manufacturing documents
• Design Automation Control Panels including PLC, and Remote I/O Panels and Low Voltage (480VAC) Motor Control Panels
• Design electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for connections to field instrumentation
• Evaluate P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams) to understand the process and validate device requirements
• Size and select industrial measurement and control devices (Temp Transmitters, Flowmeters, Pressure Gauges, Hazard Monitoring, etc.)
• Deliver elements of the above disciplines while working on-site alongside construction personnel
• Aid in the design/build process by gathering field information and validating project design

Skills

• 0-4 years of electrical experience/education, be working towards an engineering degree
• Candidates pursuing a drafting degree from a technical college will be considered
• Good communication (verbal, written, listening) and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of, or interest in, manufacturing, industrial, and electrical systems
• Ability to work with superintendents, engineers, estimators, and customers

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 0-4 years of electrical experience/education, be working towards an engineering degree
• Candidates pursuing a drafting degree from a technical college will be considered

Nice to Haves

• Good communication (verbal, written, listening) and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of, or interest in, manufacturing, industrial, and electrical systems
• Ability to work with superintendents, engineers, estimators, and customers