Electrical Engineering Intern - Oil and Gas

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence, a diverse, award-winning project portfolio, and 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations. Atwell is a privately owned company recognized as a “Best Place to Work” for ten consecutive years, ranked #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, #14 in Crain's “Fast 50,” and the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the Year for the Southeastern US.

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineering Intern in the O&G group, you will support engineering design and analysis under the guidance of a Professional Engineer. You will be part of an integrated design team, coordinating with team members to meet project schedules and deliverables on time and within the defined budget.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to assist in various power delivery projects within the O&G industrial sector, such as substation engineering design, transmission and distribution design, behind the meter power system modeling, as well as other project-related tasks.
• Assist in creating design products such as equipment general arrangements, single line diagrams, elevations, connection details, bill of materials, construction details, grounding details, conduit plans, illumination plans, etc.
• Prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies.
• Support electrical power system studies, including equipment sizing, specification, and selection, load flow, reactive power, ampacity, short circuit, grounding, illumination, arc flash, harmonics, and system loss.
• Assist in preparing various documents and reports associated with projects, including cost estimates, budget reports, and studies.
• Research and develop a strong understanding and comprehension of applicable Codes and Standards.
• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines.
• Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited institution (electric power option preferred).
• Relevant coursework or project experience in engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Effective written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and a skilled decision-maker comfortable in a fast-paced design environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Pay

$20.00 - $27.00 an hour depending on location.

Benefits

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules (available for some positions)
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers based on travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
• 401K match — 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial rewards for obtaining licensure
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement (gym memberships, fitness trackers, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• MetLife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services