Internship Program: Power System Controls Engineer

About the role

In a Power System Controls role, you’ll develop automation and control solutions for systems powering critical infrastructure, from concept through commissioning. You’ll work on complex control architectures and real-world applications, building technical expertise in programming, system design, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Write and deploy complex power transfer and other control schemes including Main-Tie-Main transfer schemes, load shedding/peak shaving schemes, breaker control schemes, SCADA system development, and generator control
• Validate system contains proper controls, metering and monitoring (Power meters, automation equipment (PLC/HMI), protective relays, load sharing, synchronization, etc.) per approved drawing package while in factory setting

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled or received a degree in a bachelor’s or master’s program with a focus in engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in a technical (Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science) engineering program from an accredited institution
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
• Prior electrical/power industry related experience

Skills

• Strong analytical, computer, writing and presentation skills
• Performs physically demanding tasks; requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level; lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel
• Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance
• May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; this includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter

Pay

The hourly salary for this role ranges from $20.77 – $25.96 per hour.