Electrical Engineering Intern

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC
  • Birmingham, Alabama
  • Intern
19 days ago

Job Description

About Us:

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

 

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About this Role:

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support engineering activities at power generation facilities by assisting with electrical system design, maintenance, troubleshooting, and capital projects. This role provides hands-on exposure to power plant operations, electrical equipment, and industry engineering practices.

What You'll Do:
  • Support electrical engineering projects and plant improvement initiatives.
  • Assist with electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Participate in field inspections and data collection activities.
  • Support troubleshooting of electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchgear, motors, and control systems.
  • Assist with engineering calculations, studies, and project documentation.
  • Review vendor drawings and technical submittals.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
  • Follow plant safety procedures and applicable electrical codes and standards.
What You'll Bring:
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Basic understanding of power systems, electrical circuits, and electrical equipment.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in both office and industrial plant environments.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar software.
  • Exposure to power distribution, motor controls, protection systems, or electrical design projects.
  • Previous internship, co-op, or relevant project experience.

What You'll Learn

  • Power plant electrical systems and operations.
  • Power generation, transmission, and distribution equipment.
  • Electrical reliability and maintenance practices.
  • Engineering project execution and construction support.
  • Industry codes, standards, and safety practices.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in an industrial plant environment, including walking, climbing stairs, and wearing required PPE.
Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBirmingham, Alabama
Job TypeIntern

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Capital Projectunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Construction Supportunmatched
  • Control Systemsunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Distribution Controlunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Designunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Power Systemsunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)unmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Equipment Specificationunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Industry Standardsunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Motor Control Systemsunmatched
  • Power Generationunmatched
  • Power Plantunmatched
  • Power Transmissionunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Executionunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Switchgearunmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Team Buildingunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched

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