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City Utilities of Springfield · 1 month ago

Electrical Engineer Intern (Electric Substations)

Springfield, MO

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$21/hr - $24/hr

City Utilities of Springfield has been connecting the community to essential services since 1945. The Electrical Engineer Intern will perform basic engineering duties under close supervision, assisting experienced Substation Engineers with tasks related to substations and electrical systems.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of detailed specifications and drawings utilized in soliciting and evaluating bids for substation equipment and other miscellaneous materials

Assists in review of shop drawings on equipment purchased for use in substations

Assists in preparation of drawings for installation of equipment within substations

Assists in the preparation of calculations of grounding requirements and the design of substation ground grids

Assists in the design of protection and control systems

Assists in the developing of schematic, logic, and wiring drawings for connection of protection and control, SCADA and communications devices

Assists in the analysis of various new materials as may be required to establish new approved material vendors or equipment suppliers

Performs other related duties as required or assigned by management

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringAutoCADMicrosoft Office SuiteProblem-solving techniquesDependabilityCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering from a school with a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology is required

Must have a valid driver's license (minimum Class F)

Working knowledge of engineering functions and problem-solving techniques

Ability to pay attention to detail

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Ability to learn and use AutoCAD

Ability to work independently

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate technical work

Ability to effectively handle numerous assignments accurately

Ability to communicate thoughts and ideas verbally and in writing

Ability to effectively utilize a range of digital tools and platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, enterprise software, artificial intelligence-enhanced applications, and self-service systems

Must possess a willingness and capacity to learn and adapt to emerging technologies, including mobile devices, cloud-based systems, and data-driven platforms relevant to utility operations

Dependable due to the needs and duties of the position

Must be able to bend, stoop, and walk long distances over uneven terrain to survey electric line facilities

Must be able to express or exchange ideas and receive detailed information through oral and written communication

Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and close visual acuity to operate a computer is required

Must be able to visually differentiate between color-coded lines and symbols associated with utilization of AutoCAD and/or graphic work design tools

Duties are primarily performed in an office environment with some outside field work in all weather conditions

New hires are informed of the requirements of the Internship Program upon hire, and incumbents must continue to meet the requirements each semester in order to continue employment

Interns who do not meet the requirements may be ineligible for the internship and their employment may be terminated

Employee must remain alert and aware of their surroundings at all times and maintain the ability to respond to changing circumstances in a timely manner

Must be able to work successfully with diverse groups of people

Testing may be required

Preferred

Electrical Engineering majors are preferred

Company

City Utilities of Springfield

City Utilities of Springfield (CU) is a progressive, community-owned utility serving southwest Missouri with electricity, natural gas, water, broadband and transit services.

Founded in 1945