Electrical Design Associate – Intern

ESCO Automation; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ESCO Group’s ESCO Automation invites students to join as Electrical Design Associate Intern in Altoona, IA, learning within a multi-discipline team and gaining hands-on experience with electrical design tasks.

You will support wiring schematics, panel layouts, BOMs, and control documentation under supervision, while adhering to ESCO’s standards and safety policies. Enrollment in an engineering program is required.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of an engineering degree program.
• Familiarity with electrical design concepts preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN Electric P8 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing electrical design projects of small to medium complexity, including wiring schematics and panel layouts.
• Perform tasks under supervision within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Support ESCO’s standards and best practices.
• Follow all safety, conduct, and policy requirements.

Skills

Electrical design

Control panel wiring

Schematic drawing

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN Electric P8

Job description

Automation - Electrical Design Associate – Intern

ESCO Group is structured into three core business units: ESCO Automation, ESCO Electric, and ESCO Power & Safety. We provide a comprehensive array of services, including plant automation, electrical construction, electrical design, and electrical safety training.

Our team of over 400 dedicated professionals is committed to enhancing our services and supporting our clients in achieving their objectives. We prioritize the development of solutions that promote efficiency and drive success.

ESCO Group serves various markets, such as industrial, food and beverage, seed/agriculture, oilseed, municipals, and OEM, making it a versatile and reliable partner for a wide range of clients.

ELECTRICAL DESIGN ASSOCIATE

The Electrical Design Associate Intern is a position for students within the technical delivery structure of ESCO Automation. This internship is focused on learning and gaining practical experience within a multi-discipline electrical design team, requiring the acquisition of various electrical design skills and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Observing and assisting in the development and of electrical design projects of small to medium size and limited complexity. This includes control panel wiring schematics, panel layouts, bills of materials, and control system documentation.
• Performing project tasks under direct supervision while adhering to scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Utilizing, supporting, and enhancing ESCO’s standards and best practices.
• Understanding and following all safety, conduct, and policy requirements established by ESCO and clients.

Intern candidates should have:

• Enrollment in or completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree program in engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college, technical school, or university.

Preferred

• Education or training in electrical design.
• Education or training in electrical fundamentals such as voltage, current, and resistance.
• Education or training in the use of AutoCAD Electrical or Eplan Electric P8.
• Resumes submitted will be considered for ESCO's 2027 Summer Internship Program*

www.theESCOGroup.com

ESCO Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.