Power Engineering Intern, R&D Protection Systems

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Wellness resources

Community connection

Retirement savings

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. seeks a Power Engineering Intern for our R&D Protection Systems department in King of Prussia, PA.

The role supports engineers, tests new technologies, and helps document results while gaining hands-on experience in electrical power systems. The position is 100% onsite in King of Prussia, with part-time hours during the school year and full-time in the summer, offering mentorship and exposure to industry-leading engineers.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering with at least two years of technical coursework completed.
• Knowledge of electrical power systems, including three-phase circuits analysis and power flow.
• Knowledge of power systems operation, control and protection concepts.
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink or PSCAD.
• Willing to learn about SEL protective relays and automation controllers.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Providing Technical support to SEL staff & customers.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Performing testing on new and existing technology.
• Documenting and communicating test results.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Three-phase analysis

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree with ≥2 years coursework

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

PSCAD

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. seeks a Power Engineering Intern for our R&D Protection Systems department in King of Prussia, PA.

The role supports engineers, tests new technologies, and helps document results while gaining hands-on experience in electrical power systems. The position is 100% onsite in King of Prussia, with part-time hours during the school year and full-time in the summer, offering mentorship and exposure to industry-leading engineers.