Internship - Power Operations Engineer - Sutter Energy Center

Calpine • Yuba City, CA

114d • $23 - $33

About The Position

This supervised position will allow for a college student who is seeking a career in the power industry to apply as well as enhance their knowledge with regard to all aspects of power plant operation. This position will require the individual to work a normal day shift as well as rotating shift when required. Reports to Plant Manager.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Chemical Engineering at an accredited college or university
• Junior or Senior standing, preferred
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Legally eligible to work in the United States now and in the future for any company
• Willingness to work outdoors, in field locations, in a 'hands on' environment
• Willingness to adhere to plant safety standards, procedures, and practices
• Good comprehension of basic engineering practices
• Good problem solving and analytical ability
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of spreadsheet and word processing programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organization skills and attention to details are essential
• Must be flexible and able to work harmoniously with others in a dynamic environment
• Must be able to self-start and manage multiple simultaneous tasks and priorities
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work

Responsibilities

• Assist Plant Engineer in day-to-day engineering tasks
• Assist Plant shift operations including local starting and stopping of equipment
• Maintain shift operating logs and records when required
• Read and record gauges and meters when required
• Assist while under direct supervision by a qualified Calpine Employee with mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks, inspections, and troubleshooting
• Assist in development of standard procedures for operations
• Maintain plant chemistry logs and records
• Requisition spare parts inventory for plant equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned while under the direct supervision of a Calpine employee
• Report to and take day-to-day instructions, both written and verbal, from the Plant Operator A, Plant Manager and Operations Manager

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree