About the role#
This co-op position supports the Bulk System Planning department at Georgia Transmission. You will work alongside senior engineers to gain practical experience in transmission planning. The role focuses on understanding the structure and function of the bulk electric power system in Georgia while contributing to technical deliverables.
What you'll do#
- Verify and communicate thermal ratings for electrical equipment.
- Validate power flow models and run load flow simulations.
- Write Python scripts to modify power flow models.
- Maintain electric facility databases.
- Initiate capital construction projects for high voltage electric facilities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a university Co-op or Intern program.
- A minimum 2.7 GPA.
- A major in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Proficiency with computers and programming.
- Knowledge of electric power systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucker, Georgia.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week for 14 weeks.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid position.
About Georgia Transmission
Georgia Transmission is a not-for-profit electric cooperative based in Tucker, Georgia. The company maintains over 5,000 miles of high-voltage power lines and 780 substations. It provides infrastructure for 38 member-owned electric cooperatives. These efforts support electricity delivery for 4.7 million people across the state. The organization operates with a staff of 201 to 500 employees.
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