About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern in the Power group, you will support the planning, design, and startup of power generation and decarbonization technologies. This includes work on gas turbines, utility-scale battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture, solar, and nuclear plant services. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Southfield, Michigan.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and ad hoc assignments.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, analyze findings, and present recommended solutions.
- Handle administrative tasks including filing, scanning, data entry, and preparing PowerPoint presentations.
- Respond to general inquiries and comply with all company policies.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is a plus.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Southfield, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Benefits: Eligible for 401(k) participation and accrual of sick leave based on hours worked.
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a construction and engineering firm based in Kansas City, Missouri. The company employs over 16,000 people and operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. Its professionals provide services in architecture, environmental consulting, and infrastructure planning. The firm supports clients across sectors including aviation, water, power, and manufacturing.
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