About the role#
As an Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Intern, you will join a project team within the Nuclear Power Group. You will work under the direction of senior engineers to improve the functionality of nuclear power plants. This role involves a blend of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, along with control theory, to support plant systems and components.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineering team members with project execution.
- Help prepare engineering calculations, specifications, and designs.
- Work on the design of new systems or modifications to existing power plant components and structures.
- Track and evaluate project activities, progress, and associated data for reporting.
- Apply your background in electronic process sensors, digital controllers, and hardware like pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, specifically in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Coursework in analog and digital control systems, systems engineering, mechatronics, or robotics.
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited program is preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Prior internship or co-op experience is a plus.
- An understanding of the practical application of engineering principles and technology.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: We do not provide sponsorship for work authorization.
About Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is an architect engineering firm founded in 1891. Based in Chicago, the company employs over 4,600 people. It provides consulting, design, and construction management services for the power, energy, and industrial sectors. The firm focuses on projects related to grid modernization, nuclear power, and renewable energy.
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