Intern (Generation Operations - Engineering)

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY • Chouteau, OK

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a temporary unclassified non-exempt intern position performing engineering duties for the Generation Department of the Grand River Dam Authority as assigned by the Vice President, Generation Operations and the GREC Management//Drafting Professional/Hydro O&M Manager. The Grand River Dam Authority is Oklahoma’s largest public power electric utility, fully funded by revenues from electric and water sales instead of taxes. GRDA is also a steward of the waters of the Grand and Illinois Rivers in Oklahoma and manages over 70,000 surface acres of premier Oklahoma lake waters, as well as miles and miles of the Scenic Illinois River.

Requirements

• Registered in an accredited ABET university or a technical school.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of computers and MS Office software applications (Excel experience preferred).
• Ability to communicate and/or follow directions in both verbal and written form.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Must be able to walk, climb stairs, and work from ladders and elevated platforms.
• Must not have a fear of heights, confined spaces, or working around high voltage equipment.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry weights of up to 50 lb. on an irregular basis.
• Must possess mental, visual, and auditory acuity for attention to visual and auditory detail.
• Manual dexterity is required for operation of test equipment, tools, and computers.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of office tasks as required: research and prepare reports; organize department records; and data entry as needed.
• Document relay settings for protective relays.
• Demonstrate skill in using software like ImageSite, AutoCAD etc.
• Demonstrate skill in reading electrical one line/single line diagram and identify change and modify and update drawings.
• Evaluate O&M manuals, data sheet and specification for different machine.
• Perform engineering design calculations.
• Assist in project management of various mechanical capital projects.
• Assist in preparation of engineering documents and drawings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed