Power Utility Civil Engineering Co-op

GPD Group

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

GPD Group in Pittsburgh, PA invites a Civil Engineering Co-op focused on Power to join our team. You will contribute to power utility design projects, gain hands-on experience with design technology, and work under the guidance of a professional engineer.

This Co-op is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, offering exposure to high voltage engineering, AutoCAD power tools, and integration into client projects within a collaborative, employee-owned environment in our

Qualifications

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
Interest in learning AutoCAD power industry-related design technology.
Interest in high voltage transmission/distribution line engineering (12kV to 245kV).
Interest in structural design for power utility infrastructure.
Ability to comprehend and interpret safety codes, utility standards and regulations.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings and develop estimates/budgets.
Must be a team player and be self-motivated.
Ability to work on project teams and work individually.

Responsibilities

Be a billable member of the team doing design work for clients and learning design software.
Mentored by a professional engineer while developing power engineering skills.