Power Systems Engineering Intern — Real-Time Grid Experience

LCRA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

LCRA is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support our Transmission Operations team in Austin, Texas. You will gain hands-on experience with real-time grid operations and power system studies, contributing to optimization efforts and learning from senior engineers.

You'll work with tools like PSSE, PowerWorld, and EMS while supporting outage planning and reliability assessments for major projects, positioning you for growth in electric grid engineering.

Qualifications

• Proven interest in power systems and real-time operations.
• Willingness to learn and apply electrical engineering concepts.
• Exposure to industry tools like PSSE, PowerWorld, and EMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform progressively responsible engineering assignments under licensed supervision.
• Contribute to power flow analyses to support reliable transmission operations.
• Gain practical exposure to PSSE, PowerWorld, and EMS tools.
• Assist with outage planning and system reliability assessments for major projects.
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers in Operations, Planning, Development and Construction.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EIT certification in progress

Tools

PSSE

PowerWorld

Energy Management Systems

Job description

LCRA is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support our Transmission Operations team in Austin, Texas. You will gain hands-on experience with real-time grid operations and power system studies, contributing to optimization efforts and learning from senior engineers.

You'll work with tools like PSSE, PowerWorld, and EMS while supporting outage planning and reliability assessments for major projects, positioning you for growth in electric grid engineering.