Dennis Group · 1 week ago
Electrical Engineer (Building/Power Systems) - Intern/Co-Op - May 2026
Duluth, GA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringDennis Group is focused on designing and building food and beverage production facilities. They are seeking an Electrical Engineer Intern/Co-Op to assist in designing electrical systems and managing project assignments related to building electrical systems.
Building MaterialConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Design electrical systems for building power, i.e. normal, emergency, and standby power distribution systems for 208v, 480v, and medium voltage for industrial facilities
Document all necessary calculations for the design such as short circuit, selective coordination, arc flash, generator sizing, steady state and transient voltage drops, load calculations, conductor sizing, raceway fills, etc
Maintain project document organization
Manage time and meet commitments
Understand Ohms Law, AC/DC, Electric and magnetic fields
Understand power system theory – 3-phase vector math, power factor, symmetrical components
Understand capacitors, inductors, and resonance
Design lighting for food processing spaces, including lighting calculations for emergency and inspection lighting level needs. Coordinate fixture placement/mounting with other trades
Design fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101, and local building code
Design low voltage systems such as LAN, phones, PA, Wi-Fi, access control, cameras, etc
Produce bid documents consisting of layout drawings, one-line, riser, schedules, details, and specifications
CAD – add 2D devices to Xrefs
Procure long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgears, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCC’s, generators, variable speed drives, and UPS’s
Transformer configurations
Estimate weights of main tray/trapezes and equipment needing support
Assist in managing electrical bid process for clients, observing construction, and assisting with startup
Project planning and feasibility studies
Actively participate in and support department-wide standard development, updates, and maintenance
Research electrical building/power materials and best practices
Support talent growth within our organization
Qualification
Required
Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Access)
GPA: 3.0 or above
Travel to customer project sites for fieldwork, review, audit, and meetings, estimated 25%
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times
Up to 25% travel required to visit project site and other offices
Preferred
Familiarity with three phase power, the National Electric Code, wireless radio systems, fire and security systems, Fiber or LAN cabling is a plus
Familiarity with designing lighting, fire alarm systems, and low voltage systems for building spaces, including lighting calculations, and coordinating fixture placement with trades
Familiarity AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off including an open vacation policy
Bonus
Profit-sharing
Retirement plans
Company
Dennis Group
We are the #1 food and beverage design-build firm in the United States.
Founded in 1987
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey R. Lewandoski, P.E.
Senior Partner
Mary Frances Stotler
Senior Partner
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