Intern - Renewable Generation Performance Engineering

Berkshire Hathaway Energy • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, computer science or related field graduating later than August 2026. Renewable Generation Performance Engineering interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy industry. Interns will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills learned through college and apply them to the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and full-time/hourly through the summer.

Requirements

• Must be a college student, sophomore, or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, computer science or related field.
• Must be able to work fulltime May - August 2026.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record. Some travel may be required.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of coding (Python) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and assignments necessary to assist renewables team maintain and increase renewable asset performance across the fleet by leveraging data.
• Developing analyses to capture performance and asset data and utilizing that data to optimize renewable asset performance through the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a wind generation technical performance optimization program.
• Aid developing analytics, dashboards to visualize and assess wind fleet performance
• Gather information on turbine assets, spare parts, service orders etc. and create datasets.
• Assist renewables team with on-site work such as blade inspections, failure analysis
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned and required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees