Electrical Intern – Power Systems

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Intern with Electrical Engineer focus to join our Sao Paulo office. Interns will provide support to the Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation (MEI) team. Work will be performed under the supervision of a Professional Engineer. 

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbours, and rivers. Reflecting Moffatt & Nichol’s commitment to design innovation since 1945, Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 in Marine and Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customised service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in three primary practise areas—coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail. 

Duties and responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Assist in the preparation of electrical design documents including:            
  • Lighting, power, and grounding plans
  • One-Line diagrams
  • Panel and cable schedules
  • Project specifications
• Perform electrical calculations
• Size electrical distribution equipment
• Determine wire and conduit sizes 

Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications: 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology 
  • An interest in Power Systems is required
• Must be at least a Junior in their Bachelor’s program 
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• EIT certification preferred 
• At least one previous related internship preferred but not required
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office 
• Experience with ETAP, EasyPower and AGI32 preferred
• Familiar with the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Local field work may be required
• A copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for the internship.
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171 

Physical requirements: 

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

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Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings. 

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