Engineering Summer Intern – Gas, Water, Wastewater

Decatur Utilities; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A municipal utility provider in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking an engineering intern to assist in maintaining and improving utility systems. This role involves supporting civil engineering functions, collaborating with different departments, and working with CAD and GIS software. Ideal candidates will have completed coursework in engineering, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. A commitment to safety and providing excellent customer service is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of completed degree related coursework in engineering.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering documents and reports.
• Proficient in technical writing and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil engineering functions including design and modeling.
• Conduct field surveys and ArcGIS mapping updates.
• Provide technical support for daily operations and customer service.

Skills

Civil Engineering knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

CAD Software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

GIS Software knowledge

Time management skills

Analytical skills

Education

Enrollment in a Civil or Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Location: 10th Avenue Service Center

Department: Water/Wastewater Engineering

Description

Primary duties include assisting the GWWW Operations Department with a variety of tasks to maintain and improve the Gas/Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection systems serving the City of Decatur.

A commitment to safety, providing reliable utility services, protecting public health and providing excellent customer service are the responsibilities of all job positions at Decatur Utilities. We believe that teamwork, open communication, honesty, integrity, fairness, diversity and respect for each other are essential traits to perform all job duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary scope of work includes providing assistance and support in all phases of civil engineering functions including system planning/design/layout, modeling and coordination, metering, construction, flow and pressure testing, compliance, and regulatory functions for natural gas, water and wastewater utility systems.
• Assists GWWW Operations and GIS department with field survey work and ArcGIS mapping improvements/updates.
• Collaborate with operations/engineering staff to provide administrative, analytical, and technical support for daily operations and customer service correspondence.
• Prepare and maintain files, records, drawings, reports, maps, charts, and other data related to engineering and construction projects.
• Create and update engineering drawings, models, and layouts using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar.
• Assist in coordination with contractors, engineering firms, and developers for capital projects and new developments.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Enrollment in a Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar Engineering undergraduate program from an accredited school with a minimum of 2 years of completed degree related coursework.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings and procedure manuals.
• Ability to analyze and prepare engineering and technical reports and business correspondence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) as required to perform job tasks. This includes using software applications for email, word processing, database tracking and spreadsheet applications. General knowledge and use of CAD and GIS Software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS) is preferred.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as friction loss, flow rates, grades, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of complex fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and other engineering/mathematical computations.
• Ability to collect data, apply basic engineering principles and exercise good judgment to solve a variety of utility problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Available to work scheduled times; good organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously; maintain professional business appearance and image; subject to random drug testing and driver’s license checks. Field work required.