What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Gas Engineering position at Berkshire Hathaway Energy?
MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering graduating later than August 2025. Gas 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.
Skills for Success
Effective project management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Qualifications
Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering.
Must be available to work May-August 2025.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.
Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities
Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.
Assist engineering technicians with design of gas distribution government rebuild, new construction and reliability projects.
Assist engineering technicians with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification).
Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors.
Assist engineering supervisor with data analysis, summary and reporting.
Enter inspections and record data in databases.
Update gas distribution maps and records as necessary.
Perform Additional Responsibilities As Requested Or Assigned.
Performance Expectations
Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
Skills for Success
Effective project management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Qualifications
Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering.
Must be available to work May-August 2025.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.
Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities
Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.
Assist engineering technicians with design of gas distribution government rebuild, new construction and reliability projects.
Assist engineering technicians with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification).
Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors.
Assist engineering supervisor with data analysis, summary and reporting.
Enter inspections and record data in databases.
Update gas distribution maps and records as necessary.
Perform Additional Responsibilities As Requested Or Assigned.
Performance Expectations
Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
