Electrical Engineering Intern
About The Position
The Electrical Engineering Intern will support PROPWR Engineering and Operations teams by assisting with technical analysis, equipment performance evaluation, and field‑based learning across power generation and energy‑services applications. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to PROPWR’s equipment, systems, and operational processes, offering a practical foundation in engineering principles within a fast‑paced, real‑world environment. The intern will contribute to engineering projects, support data collection and reporting, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. At the end of the program, the intern will deliver a capstone presentation to PROPWR leadership summarizing their project findings, technical insights, and recommendations
Requirements
- Must be actively enrolled in a BS/MS in Engineering or other closely related field
- Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer (late May through early August)
- Able to physically work onsite in Tomball, TX
- Able to work 12-hour shifts
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Has attention to detail; well organized
- Self-motivated, independent, and reliable with a strong work ethic
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels of the organization
Responsibilities
- Assist with evaluating equipment performance, utilization, and reliability across PROPWR assets.
- Support engineering staff with data collection, analysis, and documentation for ongoing projects.
- Participate in troubleshooting activities and root‑cause analysis under supervision.
- Review technical drawings, specifications, and operational documentation to support engineering tasks.
- Assist with developing or updating standard operating procedures, maintenance documentation, or technical guides.
- Visit active PROPWR sites to observe equipment, operations, and field workflows.
- Gain hands‑on understanding of power generation systems, electrical distribution, and related equipment.
- Shadow engineering, maintenance, and operations personnel to understand how technical decisions impact field performance.
- Participate in equipment inspections, testing, and data logging activities.
- Support the creation of engineering reports, dashboards, and visualizations related to equipment performance or project progress.
- Analyze operational and maintenance data to identify trends or improvement opportunities.
- Assist in preparing technical summaries, presentations, and documentation for internal stakeholders.
- Complete a defined engineering project aligned with a current PROPWR need.
- Develop structured analysis, supporting data, and technical recommendations.
- Present findings to PROPWR leadership at the end of the internship.
- Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
