Protection & Automation Intern: Substation Panels

Siemens; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K eligibility

On-site training and mentorship

Job summary

Siemens Smart Infrastructure in Wendell, NC is offering an intern program in Protection & Automation. The program trains students in assembling, wiring, testing, and documenting industrial control panels for substations, with mentorship from Siemens engineers.

Eligible candidates are enrolled in an Associate-level Electrical Engineering or related program, with strong safety awareness and English proficiency; a direct path to PA Technician roles exists after completion.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Associate-level program in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Interested in power systems, protection relays, and automation panels.
• Ability to lift parts or sub-assemblies up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembling and wiring industrial control panels for electrical substations.
• Learn wire cutting, crimping and routing using Siemens standards.
• Support panel testing and verification, including safety checks and documentation.
• Gain exposure to fiber optic and Ethernet testing in protection systems.
• Participate in FATs with customers and Siemens engineers.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to integrate protection relays into substation apps.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety conscious

English proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering (Associate)

Tools

PA PAWS

Job description

Siemens Smart Infrastructure in Wendell, NC is offering an intern program in Protection & Automation. The program trains students in assembling, wiring, testing, and documenting industrial control panels for substations, with mentorship from Siemens engineers.

Eligible candidates are enrolled in an Associate-level Electrical Engineering or related program, with strong safety awareness and English proficiency; a direct path to PA Technician roles exists after completion.