Mechanical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to apply standard engineering techniques across market segments, including Transmission & Distribution. Responsibilities include designing and updating systems, assisting lead engineers, and supporting project tasks in a collaborative team environment.

The internship emphasizes growth, communication, and hands-on learning with exposure to real-world projects and the opportunity to develop technical and leadership skills within a major consulting

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Self-motivated learner

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation strongly preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Description

A Brief Overview

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Transmission & Distribution

The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.


• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.


• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.


• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.


• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.


• Demonstrated leadership skills.


• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit Benefits & Wellness.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Intern

Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264582

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #T&D N/A