Engineering Intern (18210)

Description of Responsibilities: 

Applies basic engineering fundamentals to perform engineering assignments while working under the direct supervision of an experienced Instrumentation Professional.  

• Assists in the design and development of Mechanical Engineering packages  

• Assists in the preparation of mechanical equipment specifications, data sheets, purchase requisitions and technical bid evaluations for rotating equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping items and other mechanical equipment / materials as required 

• Assists in the design and development of field instrumentation and control systems  

• Assists in the preparation of instrument equipment specifications, data sheets, purchase requisitions and technical bid evaluations for field instruments, control valves, flow meters, PLC’s, SCADA systems and other instrument equipment / materials as required 

• Assists in the development of an instrument index, cause and effect charts, instrument location plans, loop drawings, wiring diagrams and other ladder diagrams. 

• Assists in the sizing and selection of control valves and pressure safety valves (PSV’s) 

• Reviews vendor documents  

• Interfaces with instrument designers and liaise with other project disciplines  

• Participates in factory acceptance testing and/or site visits 

• Begin performing tasks using industry standards and other standard procedures and tools 

Defining Success: 

• At the end of the internship, the intern will begin to gain experience and technical knowledge required to perform the duties of an Instrumentation Engineer in the Engineering consulting business.  

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):  

• Able to lift and carry ten (10) pounds. 

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits employee to communicate effectively. 

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. 

• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations. 

• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to perform routine office duties. 

• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel, when necessary, to off-site locations.  

• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection. 

Qualifications / Education requirements specific to this role: 

• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to Instrument Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

• Excellent oral and written communication skills is required 

• High level of commitment to safety 

• Highly motivated and positive attitude 

• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred 

• Ability to use vendor software when sizing valves is preferred 

• BSc, MSc or equivalent in electrical / chemical engineering/mechanical engineering is required 

• 0 - 4 years of experience 

• NCEES Engineering-in-Training preferred