Intern - Substation Maintenance Engineering (Xcel Energy)

Job Title: Intern - Substation Maintenance Engineering
Company: Xcel Energy
Location: Maple Grove, MN

Xcel Energy's Substation Maintenance Engineering group is looking to hire an intern. In this internship, you will work with the Engineering staff to support substation maintenance projects - various activities which may include drawing research, design review, database management, performance of basic engineering calculations, drawing preparation, field review, inspection and commission testing. You will work as an entry level engineering analyst doing tasks spanning all aspects of power-based operations which may include contract and project management, making process improvement recommendations, supporting requests from operations and maintenance. Through practical field experience and mentoring, successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence and interpersonal skills. Expected travel within the state of Minnesota is estimated at 20% of the work time. Ability to work 20 hours per week during school year preferred. Ability to work 40 hours per week during school breaks preferred. Must be enrolled in EE program and pursuing BSEE at a accredited college or university. All levels (Freshman, Sophmore, Jr, Sr) are encouraged to apply. Prefer that applicant be available for multiple years.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

- Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited Electrical Engineering program. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering programs may be considered. (Power program is preferred).
- Must be at least freshman status.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally.
- Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others.

Preferred

- Experience using computer aided design software, such as AutoCad or MicroStation, is desirable.
- Course work in power systems
- It is preferred, but not required, that interns be available to work 30-40 hours per week during the summer
- Experience in ProjectWise and Passport programs

How to Apply

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This position, Intern - Substation Maintenance Engineering (Xcel Energy), was posted on January 12, 2012. The employer is Xcel Energy. Since this job has been published, it has been viewed 25 times.