Electrical Engineer Intern — Hands-On Building Systems

CMTA, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off Benefits: Paid sick leave

Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence Company, offers a hands-on co-op in electrical design for engineering students. The role is full-time, onsite in Chattanooga, starting January 2027, with potential for multiple rotations and full-time employment after graduation.

You will learn power, distribution, lighting, controls, and fire alarm systems, produce layouts and schematics, and support the design team on MEP projects while travelling locally for site visits.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, preferably a sophomore (2nd year) or a junior (3rd year).
• Strong interest in Building Systems Electrical Engineering.
• AutoCAD and REVIT experience preferred.
• Ability to work full time throughout the co-op term.
• Ability to travel locally for job site inspections, field work, etc.

Responsibilities

• Learn electrical system basics such as power, distribution, lighting, controls, fire alarm systems for new construction and renovation projects while supporting our engineering team.
• Produce detailed layout and equipment details of electrical systems of buildings.
• Produce one-line diagrams/schematics.
• Assist the design team in assembling organized sets of drawings.
• May assist in data collection and/or field verification.
• Work with designers and engineers to develop all aspects of a project.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical engineering interest

Education

Bachelors in Electrical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

CMTA, a Legence Company, offers a hands-on co-op in electrical design for engineering students. The role is full-time, onsite in Chattanooga, starting January 2027, with potential for multiple rotations and full-time employment after graduation.

You will learn power, distribution, lighting, controls, and fire alarm systems, produce layouts and schematics, and support the design team on MEP projects while travelling locally for site visits.