Distribution Systems Engineering Intern - Electrical & Mechanical Design

Westwood Professional Services; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services in Florida is seeking a Distribution Intern to join the distribution engineering team. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, or structural design for overhead and underground distribution systems for public and private utility clients.

The internship provides hands-on exposure to line design, pole loading, and equipment installations, with opportunities for field verification and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in electrical or mechanical distribution design.
• Familiarity with pole loading, line extensions, or distribution equipment is a plus.
• Interest in field verification and construction drawings for utility projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overhead and underground distribution line design, including pole placement and equipment selection.
• Support preparation of staking sheets, work orders, and construction drawings for upgrades and new installations.
• Assist with load flow and voltage drop analyses to support planning and reliability studies.
• Help develop material lists and cost estimates for distribution projects.
• Coordinate with utility clients, field crews, and other disciplines to resolve design conflicts and ensure constructability.
• Travel to project sites to perform field verification and data collection.

Skills

Electrical design

Mechanical design

Job description

Westwood Professional Services in Florida is seeking a Distribution Intern to join the distribution engineering team. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, or structural design for overhead and underground distribution systems for public and private utility clients.

The internship provides hands-on exposure to line design, pole loading, and equipment installations, with opportunities for field verification and collaboration across disciplines.