What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOPERATIVE EDUCATION STUDENT – ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE position at ADP Workforce Now?
***PLEASE NOTE: This is a PAID INTERNSHIP opportunity. Seminole Electric will only consider candidates, who are currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student pursuing a Bachelor's or Post Graduate degree at an accredited educational institution.***
Position Summary Description
Performs as a part of the Engineering & Maintenance team and provide support related to planning studies and other planning duties, as well as support other engineering assignments requiring a basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals. Support the department’s NERC compliance activities. Work on specific project initiatives, which contribute to the departmental success.
As a Cooperative Education Student within the Transmission & Engineering Division, the candidate will participate in cross-training between the Transmission & Project Services and Engineering & Maintenance Groups.
Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements
Candidate is required to be working towards a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent electrical program. Junior class standing with at least one semester of specialization core classes completed is required. Co-op students are expected to be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours per semester, maintain a 2.75 GPA, and work approximately 20 hours a week. Prefer a candidate who is able to work a minimum of two (2) semesters prior to graduation.
Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional
Technical Competencies/Skills:
- Understanding of Power System principles or electric systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Technical Writing
- Ability to learn and use new software applications/packages
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Soft Competencies/Skills:
- Effective verbal, listening and written communications
- Ability to exercise sound professional judgment
- Interpersonal
- Detail Oriented
- Planning
- Organization
- Time Management
- Work in team environment
- Interact with cross-functional teams
Essential Functions
- Assists with performing transmission planning related technical studies and other related activities using various tools.
- Assists with NERC standard related job functions relating to conducting studies, evidence collection, coordination, and documentation. Participates in the development of compliance workflows and processes.
- Participates in the drafting of corporate procedures and other related technical documents.
- Prepares and updates system documentation including transmission drawings/diagrams, equipment documentation and data, operating manuals, practices, and procedures.
- Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned.
- NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit-ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole's Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
Working Conditions
Generally accepted office conditions. While working in certain areas of the plant there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment.
“Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”