Electrical Engineering Summer Intern – Industrial Automation

Essarsteelmn; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an Electrical Engineering Summer Intern to join our Burlington, Iowa team. This internship offers hands-on experience with electrical systems, power distribution, automation, and project execution under professional engineers.

The position provides exposure to industrial electrical design, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within a large-scale metals project environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with electrical system design, analysis, and documentation.
• Review and update electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Support engineering and project teams with data collection, reporting, and technical calculations.
• Assist in evaluating electrical equipment, components, and system performance.
• Participate in project planning, coordination, and progress tracking activities.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts related to electrical systems and equipment.
• Conduct engineering research and prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Assist with equipment procurement, vendor coordination, and documentation reviews.
• Maintain engineering records and project files.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and engineering standards.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Power systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

MATLAB

Job description

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an Electrical Engineering Summer Intern to join our Burlington, Iowa team. This internship offers hands-on experience with electrical systems, power distribution, automation, and project execution under professional engineers.

The position provides exposure to industrial electrical design, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within a large-scale metals project environment.