Engineer Intern

General Summary:

Provide engineering support services on plant systems and projects to ensure economical, reliable, safe and efficient operation of Coal Creek Station.

Key Responsibilities:

Assists the engineering group in the completion of projects in accordance with REC standards.

• Monitor project expenditures.
• Establish and maintain schedules.
• Design project specifications

Provides engineering assistance on new and existing plant equipment and projects to ensure safe and efficient plant operations, as well as performs routine engineering duties.

• Conduct calculations, tests, and established engineering procedures.
• Assist with analysis and technical assessments, record condition and other measurements of equipment in or related to the generation facilities.
• Research, perform studies and evaluate current equipment failures and system changes to maintenance and operational procedures and practices to achieve optimum system and equipment performance.
• Draw plans, conduct surveys, and research structures or equipment to correct or resolve operating problems and conditions.

Maintains Heat Rate awareness and promotes the reduction of heat rate by participation on teams and through project design.

Education & Experience

Knowledge typically acquired through a high school diploma, GED or equivalent is required. Must be enrolled in college and have attained third year status in an engineering curriculum from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited institution. General engineering knowledge and experience obtained through college curriculum. Previous co-op, internship and/or work experience is preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic engineering principles and techniques.
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other data management applications.
• Skills in analytical and problem solving.
• Skills in interpersonal development.
• Ability to build relationships and establish credibility in all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage projects and coordinate assignments.
• Ability to communicate, both verbal and written, in an effective manner.
• Ability and responsibility to work safely alone and with others while following REC safety rules, certifications and procedures.
• Ability and responsibility to ensure security procedures are followed including immediate notification of potential incidents.

Working Conditions

(The mental and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, walk and stand; talk both in person and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities include close and distant focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Subject to occasional vibration and hazards and on occasion exposed to fumes, dust or mist. Must wear protective equipment when required.