Engineering Co-op: Transmission & Project Development

PPL Corporation

Shawnee (KY)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 26,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation family, offer an engineering co-op program in transmission project development. It provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to data-driven project planning within the utility sector.

Responsibilities include reviewing technical docs, GIS data, and business inputs to shape early project plans, with collaborations across multiple groups, and a focus on safe, cost-effective engineering

Qualifications

  • Pursuing ABET Accredited Bachelor's degree with declared major in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 2.50 GPA.
  • Available full time during Spring 2027 (January - May).

Responsibilities

  • Review technical documents, GIS data, and business inputs to support early project planning.
  • Collaborate across multiple groups and communicate project needs in reports and meetings.
  • Convert company objectives into actionable project plans; support transmission project development.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data using established engineering procedures.
  • Perform routine engineering tasks such as calculations, testing, and analysis.
  • Support operations and maintenance teams with troubleshooting and technical evaluations.
  • Assist engineers with large-scale projects and initiatives.
  • Participate in developing engineering goals, budgets, and procedures.
  • Promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Innovation

Education

ABET Accredited Bachelor's degree (Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering)
GPA ≥ 2.50

Tools

GIS data

Job description

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation family, offer an engineering co-op program in transmission project development. It provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to data-driven project planning within the utility sector.

Responsibilities include reviewing technical docs, GIS data, and business inputs to shape early project plans, with collaborations across multiple groups, and a focus on safe, cost-effective engineering

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