Engineering Intern

Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice, including Best Places to Work awards in multiple states and Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023). Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean-burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas.

About the role

The Engineering Intern will be a member of the natural gas engineering team and work with design engineers and drafters to research, prepare, design, and document capital construction on a variety of projects. All work will contribute to the modernization and advancement of our natural gas distribution system.

Responsibilities

• Assist designers with day-to-day project duties producing construction document deliverables for natural gas system projects.
• Assist with hydraulic analysis studies to determine design parameters for engineering of natural gas systems using company Gas Modeling Software (in-house training provided).
• Perform occasional field work to review construction for compliance with company standards.
• Maintain accurate record keeping related to installation and monitoring of gas systems, including pipeline inspections, excavations, as-built drawings, and easements; coordinate with the Company’s GIS department and perform periodic data entry.
• Research historical installation and repair documentation on existing facilities.
• Update Access databases and Excel spreadsheets concerning project status.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student (sophomore, junior, or senior preferred) with a strong GPA pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.

Skills

• Demonstrated technical and analytical capability.
• Proficient computer skills working with Microsoft Office, Autodesk/Civil-3D, and various modeling/simulation programs; ability to receive and immediately implement training on new software.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively within engineering offices and with local district offices.
• High level of attention to detail and willingness to develop a strong understanding of natural gas system principles and design standards.
• Project design knowledge and skills, including the ability to follow through with an approved design plan and make appropriate changes when required.
• Excellent organizational planning skills with demonstrated quality and thoroughness on each assignment.
• Basic engineering knowledge, including strong mathematical proficiency; experience with word processing, spreadsheet programs, and CAD/modeling/GIS software.
• Excellent verbal communication skills for meetings, one-on-one exchanges, and presentations.
• Good written communication skills for technical documentation.
• Ability to accept feedback and work closely with leadership on all projects.
• Personal initiative and motivation to seek guidance from mentors when needed.