Electrical / Instrument & Controls Engineering Intern - Oil, Gas & Chemical (Kansas City)
Description
An Instrument & Controls (I&C) Engineering Intern will work in a collaborative environment within the Oil, Gas & Chemical Global Practice. This position will provide on-the-job I&C training and project execution exposure. The Intern will have ample opportunities for additional in-house I&C trainings and learning opportunities to explore the dynamic and exciting I&C discipline. Successful intern candidates will have opportunities to learn & support projects in following technical areas but not limited to:
- Assist in performing basic engineering and design tasks as assigned
- Compile data, perform data entry, perform basic engineering and design computations, and support preparation of engineering plans
- Assist in coordinating and managing Instrument Index and control system input/out (I/O) lists, working in smart tools, e.g. Smart Plaint Instrumentation (SPI).
- Provide assistance with piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), working closesly with the Chemical Process discipline
- Assist with the preparation of instrumentation engineering and design deliverables, Instrument Datasheets, Instrument Index, Instrument Installation Details, Wiring Diagrams, Instrument Location Plans, Loop Drawing, and Electrical/I&C Construction Specifications
- Assist in developing I&C purchase specifications.
- Assist in tasks relating to control systems (DCS and/or PLC), Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), Analyzers, Valves, Instruments, Vibration Monitoring Systems, etc.
- Assist department manager and/or project leads with various tasks.
- Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related degree from an accredited program
- Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education program in a field related to the work done in the department.
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
- Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship, in the country where this position is located, for the duration of the internship.
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