Electrical Engineering Intern — Power & Automation

Plansee Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Job summary

Plansee Group USA in Towanda, PA, is seeking a motivated electrical engineering intern for a 3–6 month summer program. You will work on a plant engineering project, read electrical diagrams, and support calculations and equipment design in a manufacturing setting.

You’ll gain exposure to NEC/OSHA practices, PLC/HMI concepts, and collaboration with operations, maintenance, and contractors, under expert guidance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology and/or equivalent.
• Interest in power systems, industrial electrical design, automation, controls, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with NEC/OSHA Regulations is a plus
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and network systems is a plus
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Complete at least one plant engineering project with guidance and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Read and interpret single-line diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Assist with engineering calculations, equipment specifications, and electrical system design activities.
• Evaluate and justify electrical equipment and component selections based on technical, operational, and cost requirements.
• Interact and coordinate with contractors daily on electrical construction and facility improvement projects.
• Learn and apply plant engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Assist with interpreting and applying National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Learn and apply PLC, HMI, and industrial network configuration, troubleshooting, and programming concepts.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and system performance.
• Participate in and learn industrial electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness, and safe work procedures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

Automation

Controls

Manufacturing operations

Analytical and problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering or Technology degree (in progress)

Tools

PLC

HMIs

Industrial networks

Job description

Plansee Group USA in Towanda, PA, is seeking a motivated electrical engineering intern for a 3–6 month summer program. You will work on a plant engineering project, read electrical diagrams, and support calculations and equipment design in a manufacturing setting.

You’ll gain exposure to NEC/OSHA practices, PLC/HMI concepts, and collaboration with operations, maintenance, and contractors, under expert guidance.