Distribution Line Intern

GAI Consultants•Homestead, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

GAI is seeking a Distribution Line Intern to join our Power Delivery Team. This is a temporary position with a three-month duration. The successful candidate must be able to work out of the Pittsburgh, PA office. This is an entry-level position and no experience is required. The intern will receive direction from lead engineers and project managers to complete day-to-day tasks.

Requirements

Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited college or university to obtain a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably civil engineering.
Required classes: Statics, Material Science, and Structural Analysis.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical reports and procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and other business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other staff members.
Mathematical skills commensurate with the technical or engineering discipline practiced (e.g., engineering calculations, design, etc.).
Demonstrate in-depth understanding of basic computer systems and software packages.
Must be willing to learn software that is specific to Power Delivery Industry.
Critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real-life problems.
Developed technical, communication, and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred classes: Soil Mechanics, Steel Design, and Concrete Design.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers and project managers with day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery.
Preparation of Specification Packages.
Preparation of distribution line drawings.
Analysis of existing and proposed structures regarding Client and other required codes, standards, and specifications.
Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
Coordination and development of permits for Railroads, Roadways, and Environmental Crossings.
Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.