Electrical/Substation Engineering Internship or Co-Op (Summer 2027)

Nexus Engineering Group • Maumee, OH

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About The Position

The Electrical/Substation Engineer Co-op or Intern will work alongside other electrical engineers and designers to prepare drawings, calculations, and other deliverables to support projects that help deliver reliable electrical power to utilities, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure clients. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the engineering, design, and construction of electrical substations while providing mentorship, technical development, and real-world project experience.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree (or equivalent education) in Electrical Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university
• Effective communication skills in order to convey ideas is a must
• Ability to work within diverse teams assembled from Nexus, clients, and others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Word
• Seeks feedback to improve performance
• Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD or other drafting software preferred
• Familiarity with Power System Modeling software (ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower) is desirable

Responsibilities

• Complete calculations of limited complexity, with supervision as needed; may include lighting distribution, conduit/cable tray fills, voltage drop, feeder sizing, etc.
• Develop and maintain Electrical Single Line Diagrams, Schematic/Interconnection Diagrams, Conduit/Cable Schedules, Plans for Lighting, Grounding, Power, Controls, Raceway, etc.
• Support electrical design activities related to transmission and distribution substations.
• Support the development of Power System Study models for short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination and arc flash calculations efforts
• Assist experienced Electrical and Substation Engineers with their activities as requested

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern