Civil Engineering Co-op: Power

GPD Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

GPD Group is seeking a Civil Engineering Power Co-op in Columbus, OH. You will be a billable team member performing design work for clients and learning various design software while mentored by a professional engineer.

Locations include Columbus, Akron, and Youngstown; the role emphasizes HV transmission/distribution and power utility infrastructure design, with safety standards and construction drawings interpretation as core activities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in learning AutoCAD power industry-related design technology.
• Interest in high voltage transmission/distribution line engineering (12kV to 245kV).
• Interest in structural design for power utility infrastructure.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret safety codes, utility standards and regulations.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and develop estimates/budgets.
• Must be a team player and be self-motivated.
• Ability to work on project teams and work individually.

Responsibilities

• Be a billable member of the team doing design work for our clients.
• Learn how to use different design technology and software systems, under mentoring from a professional engineer.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Power

Power system design software

Job description

Position

Civil Engineering Co-op: Power

Location

Columbus , OH

Job Id

2519

# of Openings

1

Job Overview

We're always looking for the next great member of our team. Are you that person? Explore our open positions below, and discover opportunities to apply your talents with a growing organization. Please note that our hiring team will never ask for any personal information via email or web messaging. Any applicant in consideration for a new role at GPD will speak directly to a member of our hiring team.

Company Description

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success.We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients.This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. Witha diverse team of over 900 professionals working in 15 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

Role Summary

Power Co-op: Civil Engineering: This is not a "get coffee and file paperwork" type of co-op experience.You will be a billable member of the team doing design work for our clients and learning how to use different design technology and software systems, mentoring under a professional engineer.

Locations

Akron, Columbus, and Youngstown OH office locations.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in learning AutoCAD power industry-related design technology.
• Interest in high voltage transmission/distribution line engineering (12kV to 245kV).
• interest in structural design for power utility infrastructure.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret safety codes, utility standards and regulations.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and develop estimates/budgets.
• Must be a team player and be self-motivated.
• Ability to work on project teams and work individually.

Equal Opportunity

At GPD Group, we believe in the value of every individual. GPD Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we assure you that all applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

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