Engineering Intern

A Design Services intern will support Interstates with a variety of tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience in industrial electrical design and construction. This role offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment, working alongside seasoned professionals, develop an electrical construction vocabulary. Individuals will be actively involved in real projects, engaging with our teams as they work on current initiatives moving through the pipeline. This is an excellent opportunity to get an in-depth education in a specific electrical discipline as well as business operations, project management, safety, and other valuable skills that will be instrumental in your future career.

About us:Interstates meets the electrical and automation needs of companies around the world. For over sixty years, we have tackled complex challenges and developed innovative solutions for industrial manufacturing and processing facilities. What started as a small electric company has evolved into an organization with over 1,000 employees and multiple locations throughout the Midwest. At Interstates, we treat each other like family because our team is the foundation for our success. Our collaborative workplace is based on trust, integrity, and support for one another.

Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like:

• Caring co-workers treat each other like family
• Be treated like an individual, not just a number
• Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work-life
• Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie
• Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates

• Primary Duties
• Equipment Lists - Collect data and review received information that represent the scope of the project
• Design - Record design decisions in software like InterTrak (internal equipment list software) to facilitate design drawings and equipment specifications
• Drawings - Use 2D and 3D drafting software to develop electrical drawings used to communicate project scope to the contractors or fabricators
• Professional Communication - Utilize various software to provide clear communication with team members and clients regarding project updates
• Secondary Duties
• Travel to job-sites or shop and work alongside the craft or manufacturing team as tasks/projects are completed
• Network within Interstates industries to promote the Interstates brand and further promote our position as a premier provider of engineering services
• In all aspects of the position, this role will carry out his/her duties in compliance with organizational policy and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned

• Discipline Emphases - Each internship will focus on one of the following:
• Studies
• Utilize SKM to complete power system models and execute Arc Flash, Coordination, and Short Circuit analysis
• Write reports to communicate the electrical hazards present, precautionary measures, and remediation recommendations
• Power
• Develop the electrical distribution plan to bring power from the utility to the utilization equipment (motors, devices, lights, and receptacles)
• Use AutoCAD and Revit to develop electrical drawings communicating the scope of the project
• PDP (Planning Design & Prefab)
• Develop a constructible plan that facilitates successful off-site prefabrication and on-site installation of electrical systems
• Use Revit to develop 3D BIM models and produce installation or manufacturing documents
• Controls
• Design Automation Control Panels including PLC, and Remote I/O Panels and Low Voltage (480VAC) Motor Control Panels
• Design electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for connections to field instrumentation
• Instrumentation
• Evaluate P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams) to understand the process and validate device requirements
• Size and select industrial measurement and control devices (Temp Transmitters, Flowmeters, Pressure Gauges, Hazard Monitoring, etc.)
• Field
• Deliver elements of the above disciplines while working on-site alongside construction personnel
• Aid in the design/build process by gathering field information and validating project design

Education and/or Experience:

• 0-4 years of electrical experience/education, be working towards an engineering degree. Additionally, candidates pursuing a drafting degree from a technical college will be considered.

Preferred Skills:

• Good communication (verbal, written, listening) and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of, or interest in, manufacturing, industrial, and electrical systems
• Ability to work with superintendents, engineers, estimators, and customers

Travel: Travel may be required and will vary according to business requirements.

Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug free work environment.