Power System Studies Engineering Intern- Utility studies

NEI Electric Power Engineering • Lakewood, CO

1d • $27 - $30

About The Position

As an intern in NEI Electric Power Engineering’s Renewables Studies Group, you will assist with electrical power system modeling and analysis, primarily for renewable facilities, supporting solar, wind, battery energy storage system (BESS), and substation design teams. The role involves helping prepare engineering studies, calculations, templates, and project documentation while learning applicable codes and standards and following safety requirements.

Secondary responsibilities may include assisting with detailed electrical power system design, including diagrams and schematics, SCADA, conduit and cable sizing and routing, grounding design, equipment specifications, cost estimates, and project scheduling. Work is performed in an office setting, with minimal travel of 0–5%.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and people skills.

Nice To Haves

• Electric power option in the degree program is preferred.
• Relevant coursework or projects in electrical engineering, or field experience.
• Experience with power system modeling software, such as PowerFactory, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, Easypower, Aspen, Windmil, CAPE, CDEGS, WinIGS, PSSe, PSLF, Cymcap, or PSCAD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and developing studies and reports, including short circuit, reactive power/load flow, arc flash, dynamic, transient, harmonic (pre- and post-), NERC compliance, ampacity, grounding, and related studies and calculations.
• Assist in establishing templates and guides for completing system studies.
• Prepare project-related documents and reports.
• Collaborate and communicate with others.
• Seek instruction and alignment on tasks to support project alignment and quality.
• Learn and develop an understanding of applicable codes and standards and their application.
• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines.
• Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Potentially assist with detailed electrical power system design, including one-line and three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, conduit and cable sizing and routing, grounding design, equipment specifications, cost estimates, and project scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern