Intern - Mechanical Engineering (Switchgear/Power Generation)

Job Description

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications : (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills) :

• Applicants should be engineering majors; specifically, Mechanical Engineering majors
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship-which lasts from May-August.
• Student must be in good standing with an accredited college / university.
• Must have achieved at least sophomore status.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and other analytical and planning tools.
• Knowledge of basic engineering principles and techniques; of engineering planning; of equipment and materials used in engineering operations; of specialized subjects used in the fields of engineering, such as mathematics, statistics, mechanics, power, physics, and chemistry; and of strength of materials.
• Ability is required to apply engineering principles to practical engineering problems; to use engineering equipment and tools, including computer applications; to make, read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications; to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to relate abstract ideas to actual needs and adopt an effective course of action; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work with multiple functions to coordinate the flow of information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate engineering requirements.
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness.
• Ability to provide support and assistance to co-workers as appropriate.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

Extended periods of sitting and working in front of a computer. If assigned to a manufacturing project, extended periods of standing, loud noises, and walking will be encountered. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Typically, office environment can be expected. Occasional site visits may requires adapting to changing weather conditions.

PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.