Designer Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Engineering Services in Pullman, WA is seeking a Designer Intern to work full-time during the summer and on a part-time basis during the school year. The role offers hands-on experience in electrical design, CAD drafting with AutoCAD or MicroStation, and exposure to project documentation under engineering supervision.

Responsibilities include creating detailed designs, bills of materials, testing relay equipment racks, and producing accurate estimates

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or a related field.
• Competence in CADD drafting using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong writing, documentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Able to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.
• Able to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed physical and electrical designs, BOMs, and job estimates under engineer supervision.
• Prepare CAD or Microstation drawings and other project documentation.
• Provide low-level engineering support to engineers and staff within the division.
• Complete assigned work within schedule and budget to a high level of quality.
• Construct relay equipment racks for testing and assist with testing tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Technical writing

Education

EET/CAD/Drafting – student

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Engineering Services seeks a professional, innovative, and detailed individual for our Designer Intern position. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work full-time during the summer and/or part-timeduring the school year. If you are a current student at an accredited university in the Pullman, WA area looking for an opportunity to develop your electrical design knowledge, learn from industry leading engineers, and enhance your academic learning, then this may be the position for you!

As a Designer Intern, a typical day might include the following:

• Creating detailed physical and electrical designs, bills of materials, and job estimates under the technical supervision of an engineer.
• Preparing CAD or Microstation drawings and other project documentation.
• Providing low-level engineering support to engineers and other support personnel within division.
• Completing assigned work within agreed upon schedule and budget to a high level of quality.
• Constructing relay equipment racks for testing purposes on projects and assist with the testing.
  

This job might be for you if:

• You are a current student pursing a degree in EET, CAD, Drafting, or relevant discipline.
• You have demonstrated competence in CADD drafting (AutoCAD and/or Microstation).
• You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• You are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• You are able to to work cooperatively in team environment.

This position is onsite.

Location Information

This position is based in our Pullman, WA headquarters. You’ll enjoy Pullman if you enjoy vibrant college towns and abundant access to the pacific northwest’s world class outdoor recreation areas while still having easy access to larger metro areas. Pullman is home to one of Washington State’s top school districts and enjoys beautiful 4 seasons.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.

• School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.

• We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.

• We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

• Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Pay Range Data

($21.00 - $25.00 per hour)*Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.