Electrical Engineer Intern: Food Plant Power & Lighting

Dennis Group; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking a student intern to assist the Building Electrical Group in designing and delivering electrical systems for food and beverage facilities. The role covers power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low‑voltage systems across industrial projects.

You will perform calculations, assist with CAD updates, and help prepare bid documents while supporting department-wide standard development and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• GPA: 3.0 or above.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for building power distribution (208V, 480V, and medium voltage) for industrial facilities.
• Document calculations for design such as short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and conductor sizing.
• Maintain project document organization and meet commitments.
• Understand Ohm's Law, power system theory, and related concepts.
• Design lighting for food processing spaces and coordinate fixture placement with other trades.
• Design fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, 101 and local codes.
• Design low voltage systems (LAN, phones, PA, Wi‑Fi, access control, cameras).
• Produce bid documents including layouts, one-lines, risers, schedules, details, and specs.
• CAD – add 2D devices to Xrefs and assist with procurement of long-lead fixtures and equipment.

Skills

MS Office

three-phase power

NEC familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Dennis Group is seeking a student intern to assist the Building Electrical Group in designing and delivering electrical systems for food and beverage facilities. The role covers power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low‑voltage systems across industrial projects.

You will perform calculations, assist with CAD updates, and help prepare bid documents while supporting department-wide standard development and vendor coordination.