Intern - Substation Engineering

Notre Dame; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame in St. Louis seeks an engineering intern to support real client projects by developing substation layout drawings, plan elevations, grounding details, and raceway designs. You will assist in one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC systems, and DC schematics, with basic calculations and report preparation.

The role requires enrollment in an ABET-accredited EE program and familiarity with AutoCAD/MicroStation. Strong teamwork and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in ABET-accredited EE program.
• Interest in high voltage power engineering or renewable energy.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing substation layout drawings and plans.
• Support substation one-lines, AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
• Aid in basic engineering calculations and reports.
• Contribute to wind power calculations and collection station design.
• Assist in preparing equipment specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

Substation design software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support real client projects by assisting in developing substation layout drawings, including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.
• Support the development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
• Aid in performing basic engineering calculations and preparing reports.
• Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.
• Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Enrollment in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design, or renewable energy through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Strong commitment to learning and professional development.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $21.00 - $28.00, dependent upon experience and geographic location.