Summer Internship_Operational Safety & Human Performance

EDP Renewables • Houston, TX

23d • Hybrid

About The Position

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. What you will do The Safety and Quality Intern will support our department’s focus on human performance factor methodology to help drive continuous improvement across all business lines. The Safety, Security, Quality and Business Continuity (SSQBC) department contributes to the success of EDP Renewables NA (EDP NA) by ensuring regulatory compliance and implementing a proactive approach toward worker safety and quality across multiple locations. Role Overview: Main responsibilities: Main Accountabilities: Assist in the evaluation and implementation of Human Performance principles to improve safety and quality outcomes. Participate in field observations, interviews, and assessments to understand workforce challenges and opportunities. Stay up to date and recommend industry best practices in human performance, safety, and quality management. Review SAP work orders to correlate tasks with safety incidents and identify trends in severe events. Conduct in-depth analysis of incident reports, near misses, and operational data to pinpoint risk factors and areas for improvement. Conduct in-depth analysis and develop actionable insights and recommendations for improvement from data collected across multiple sources Support safety and quality initiatives related to BESS operations Additional duties as required Employment type Intern - 10 Weeks - Full time Hybrid Work site Houston Corporate Office What are we looking for

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, human factors and ergonomics, industrial engineering or in a related field or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Understanding of data analytics tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate findings effectively.
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and high attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties independently and remotely
• Ability to perform multiple duties in a collaborate working environment
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Strong time-management skills and demonstrated efficiency in providing technical support for multiple concurrent activities
• Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, ethics, quality, and productivity
• Ability to prioritize activities according to changing needs in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with safety regulations, risk management principles, and human performance methodologies is a plus.
• Familiarity with SQL, PowerBi and Microsoft products and/or complementing products is a plus
• Experience with SAP work order systems is a plus
• Support safety and quality initiatives related to BESS operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation and implementation of Human Performance principles to improve safety and quality outcomes.
• Participate in field observations, interviews, and assessments to understand workforce challenges and opportunities.
• Stay up to date and recommend industry best practices in human performance, safety, and quality management.
• Review SAP work orders to correlate tasks with safety incidents and identify trends in severe events.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of incident reports, near misses, and operational data to pinpoint risk factors and areas for improvement.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and develop actionable insights and recommendations for improvement from data collected across multiple sources
• Support safety and quality initiatives related to BESS operations
• Additional duties as required

What This Job Offers

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