DEPCOM Summer 2027 Project Development Engineer Intern

Koch Business Solutions, LP; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPCOM Power is seeking a Project Development Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 in Bedminster, NJ. You will support early-stage engineering and project development activities for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects, partnering with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams.

You will assist in developing preliminary PV and BESS designs, prepare technical docs, and contribute to RFP/RFI responses while gaining exposure to tools like PVSyst, AutoCAD, PVFARM, and ArcGIS.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an engineering degree or related STEM program.
• Eligible for full-time employment by Summer 2028.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support early-stage engineering activities for solar and battery storage projects.
• Assist in developing preliminary PV and BESS system designs.
• Help prepare technical documentation such as site layouts and one-line diagrams.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Engineering, Estimating, Procurement, and Operations teams.
• Support RFPs and RFIs.
• Identify and communicate technical risks and opportunities.
• Gain exposure to industry tools such as PVSyst, AutoCAD, PVFARM, and ArcGIS.
• Participate in site visits, project meetings, and team discussions.

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Eng or STEM

Job description

Your Job

DEPCOM Power, an EPC firm and Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Development Engineer Intern for Summer 2027. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting early‑stage engineering and project development activities for utility‑scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. You will partner with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams to support project design, technical evaluations, and proposal development. This role is located in Bedminster, NJ.

Our Team

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing Project Development Support, Engineering, Procurement & Construction, Energy Storage, Repowering and Operations and Maintenance services. DEPCOM Power leverages a highly experienced team of conventional and renewable EPC power industry veterans. Our uniquely bankable energy services are designed to deliver the lowest cost of energy and highest rate of return.

What You Will Do

• Support early-stage engineering activities for solar and battery energy storage projects
• Assist in developing preliminary PV and BESS system designs alongside senior engineers
• Help prepare technical documentation such as site layouts, one-line diagrams, and energy models
• Collaborate with Business Development, Engineering, Estimating, Procurement, and Operations teams
• Support Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Identify and communicate technical risks and opportunities
• Gain exposure to industry tools such as PVSyst, AutoCAD, PVFARM, and ArcGIS
• Participate in site visits, project meetings, and team discussions as needed

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in a degree or alternative program in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
• Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2028
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to energy systems or energy industries, such as coursework, previous internships, student organization involvement, or related experience

For this role, we anticipate paying $30 hourly. This role is eligible for overtime.

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, DEPCOM Power is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing project development support, engineering, procurement and construction, energy storage, repowering and operations and maintenance services. Our highly skilled team of conventional and renewable power industry experts work to deliver the lowest cost of energy and the highest rate of return.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).