Intern Construction Engineer

Northwestern Energy; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Billings, MT seeks an Intern Construction Engineer to support the construction engineering team on electric and natural gas facilities. The internship runs May–August, full-time (40 hours/week) with a pay range of $20–$21 per hour.

You will shadow engineers and operations supervisors, assist with site assessments, service requests, and construction estimates, and gain hands-on exposure to safety practices and GIS/data mapping. This is a temporary, learning-focused role.

Qualifications

• Engineering major required.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Must provide GPA in resume upon application.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Student must have completed Freshman level or higher by start date.
• Must be in good academic standing.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers in design of electric and natural gas facilities for new construction, relocates, and capacity projects.
• Work with new service requests, assist in providing services, checking site locations ahead of crew for efficiencies.
• Assist customers with NorthWestern Energy's New Construction process.
• Work with customers on growth orders and construction estimates.
• Research Company records on vintage gas pipe to determine replacement plans.
• Work on infrastructure mapping/GIS information to improve data.
• Participate in organizational work meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Engineering major required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Intern Construction Engineer

Work Location

Billings, MT

Pay range

$20.00 to $21.00 per hour (first year interns $20.00 per hour, returning interns $21.00 per hour)

Employment Status

Temporary (May - August full-time, 40 hours per week)

About this position

Intern will support our construction engineers but would also be exposed to the operations. They will shadow the construction engineers and operations supervisors and assist with various tasks and residential and commercial construction projects. There will also be an opportunity to spend time with a serviceman and crews to develop an understanding of the utility work and safety practices.

About this job

• Support engineers in design of electric and natural gas facilities for new construction, relocates, and capacity projects
• Work with new service requests, assist in providing services, checking site locations ahead of crew for efficiencies
• Assist customers with NorthWestern Energy's New Construction process
• Work with customers on growth orders and construction estimates
• Research Company records on vintage gas pipe to determine replacement plans
• Work on infrastructure mapping/GIS information to improve data
• Participate in organizational work meetings
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Must possess strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Engineer major required
• Valid driver's license & satisfactory driving record
• Student must have completed Freshman level or higher by start date
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must Provide GPA in Resume upon application
• Must possess strong customer service and computer technology problem resolution skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at [e-mail].

Department/Division: Distribution Operations

Employment Physical: May be Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: None

Telecommuting: None