Electrical Engineering Intern
About The Position
The Electrical Engineering Intern works alongside experienced professionals and gains insight into the design, development, and execution of maritime solutions. The intern assists with electrical-system design, testing, and troubleshooting; supports ship-design documentation and product development; and contributes to assigned engineering projects and deliverables. The role is based in production facility offices and involves significant time working with and around production in a construction-based environment. Candidates receive training on current CAD software and must demonstrate basic navigational expertise within the first 30 days of employment. The position reports to a Senior Department Engineering Manager, Engineering Lead, or Design Lead. It interfaces with engineers, production personnel, other Austal departmental personnel as directed, and equipment suppliers. Direction is exercised as required by immediate supervisory personnel.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Naval Architecture at an accredited university.
- Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Successfully complete the second semester of the discipline-specific Engineering or Naval Architecture curriculum, per the latest release date.
- Proficiency in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to complex engineering projects.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and in a production environment.
- Demonstrated project and time-management skills.
- Systematic troubleshooting and root-cause-analysis abilities.
- Strong sense of ownership.
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical and design issues to internal and external customers; strong written and communication skills.
- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
- Must be able to provide proof of US Person Status.
- Must meet the stated criminal conviction eligibility guidelines: no felony convictions for theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date, and no felony convictions for drug crimes within three years from disposition date.
- Must be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.
- Must demonstrate basic navigational expertise in current CAD software within the first 30 days of employment.
- Must be comfortable working in a construction-based environment and around production.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD design software.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
- Perform basic engineering calculations.
- Create, change, or maintain technical documentation in support of ship-design products.
- Contribute innovative approaches and ideas.
- Interface with suppliers regarding engineering specification and documentation inquiries.
- Evaluate and solve technical issues in product development.
- Update and validate Purchase Specifications according to internal guidance.
- Update Vendor-Furnished Information according to supervisor guidance.
- Perform 2D CAD red-line mark-ups from supervisory engineers.
- Support cost-saving activities.
- Generate reports as required.
- Collaborate with internal and external customers on technical matters.
- Support field surveys and other field-related tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor and in support of the Field Engineering group.
- Contribute to assigned projects and maintain appropriate engineering procedures throughout product development to achieve cost, reliability, and manufacturing objectives.
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
