Designer Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Houston, TX

52d

About The Position

SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year. We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation. Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Requirements

Current student pursing a degree in EETor relevant discipline
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is a plus but not required.
Exposure to electrical power systems, protection and control, substations, industrial controls, or related electrical equipment is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Support engineers in developing protection and control, substation, and industrial electrical designs, including preparation of drawings, bills of materials, and project documentation.
Learn and apply drafting standards using AutoCAD and MicroStation under the guidance of experienced designers and engineers.
Participate in engineering design reviews and technical discussions.
Complete assigned work within agreed upon schedule and budget to a high level of quality.
Construct relay equipment racks for testing purposes on projects and assist with the testing.
Continuously identify, measure, and improve processes.
Understand. Create. Simplify.
Other duties as assigned.