Engineering Intern - Transmission

Westwood Professional Services; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services seeks a Transmission Engineering Intern to join a dynamic electric powerline design team, applying Civil and Electrical coursework to real-world power projects. You will gain hands-on experience with PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MFAD, and other design tools, collaborate with licensed engineers, and travel to project sites to collect field data.

This internship offers mentoring, exposure to public and private utilities, wind and solar developers, and a pathway to professional

Qualifications

• Enrolled in ABET-accredited undergrad engineering program in Civil, Electrical, or Structural.
• Effective verbal and written communication with clients and teams.
• Willingness to learn in a cross-disciplinary, flexible environment.
• Willingness to attend site visits and work outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Train with engineers to gain proficiency in PLS-CADD, MFAD, AutoCAD and other design software.
• Prepare and review design documents for construction, including plan and profiles, structure drawings, structure layout drawings, bills of materials, and foundation design drawings.
• Develop understanding of client interests and address client concerns in project work.
• Coordinate with internal and external team members to ensure effective communication and progress.
• Travel to project sites to gather field data and interface with clients.
• Apply engineering standards (ACI, IBC, NESC, ASCE) under supervision of licensed Senior Engineers.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Willingness to learn

Outdoor field work willingness

Valid driver’s license

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering program (Civil/Electrical/Structural)

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD

MFAD

MATLAB

Job description

The Transmission Engineering Intern will join a dynamic electric powerline design team, applying relevant Civil and Electrical coursework and experience to the engineering and design of multiple power projects. Projects range from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex transmission line designs for public and private electric utilities, wind and solar developers, and government agencies. This position offers a direct opportunity to apply engineering knowledge to real-world energy infrastructure projects.

Job Type

Internship

Description

The Transmission Engineering Intern will join a dynamic electric powerline design team, applying relevant Civil and Electrical coursework and experience to the engineering and design of multiple power projects. Projects range from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex transmission line designs for public and private electric utilities, wind and solar developers, and government agencies. This position offers a direct opportunity to apply engineering knowledge to real-world energy infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with engineers to obtain training and build foundational proficiency in the use of PLS-CADD, MFAD, AutoCAD, and other design software used by Transmission Engineers.
• Prepare and review design documents for construction, including plan and profiles, structure drawings, structure layout drawings, bills of materials, and foundation design drawings.
• Develop an understanding of client interests and help identify approaches to address client concerns in the performance of project work.
• Actively coordinate with internal and external team members across power projects to ensure effective communication and project progress.
• Travel to project sites as necessary to gather field data and interface directly with clients.
• Apply applicable engineering standards (ACI, IBC, NESC, ASCE, and others) under the guidance of licensed Senior Engineers.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering program, preferably in Civil, Electrical, and/or Structural Engineering.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, management, and design team members.
• Willingness to learn in a flexible, cross-disciplinary work environment.
• Willingness to attend site visits and perform work in outdoor field conditions on occasion.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required for consideration:

• Relevant industry experience through engineering coursework projects or prior internships in transmission, distribution, or civil/structural engineering.
• Experience with technical design software including AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, MFAD, MATLAB, or other relevant engineering tools.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve. Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.