Renewable Generation Performance Intern

Berkshire Hathaway Energy; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company seeks a student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or materials engineering, computer science, or related field for a summer internship. The role is full-time/hourly through the summer, with on-site duties in Des Moines.

You will work with the renewables team to analyze performance, validate maintenance data, and develop dashboards to track wind fleet metrics. Travel may be required and a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher and enrolled in a bachelor’s program.
• Must be able to work May–August 2027.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record; some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist renewables team to maintain and improve renewable asset performance through data.
• Develop analyses to capture performance and optimize wind fleet performance.
• Develop automated processes to validate wind turbine maintenance records for compliance.
• Help create dashboards to visualize wind fleet performance.
• Gather turbine asset data and datasets; assist on-site blade inspections and analyses.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Python

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree

Job description

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree program in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, computer science, or a related field graduating later than August 2027. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and full-time/hourly through the summer.

Internship Program Overview

Gain hands-on experience, develop technical and professional skills, and make meaningful contributions to projects that impact our customers and communities. Interns also participate in networking, leadership engagement, and development events throughout the summer, including our annual three-day intern experience in Des Moines.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and assignments necessary to assist renewables team maintain and increase renewable asset performance across the fleet by leveraging data.
• Developing analyses to capture performance and asset data and utilizing that data to optimize renewable asset performance through the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a wind generation technical performance optimization program.
• Develop automated processes to validate wind turbine maintenance records and populate trackers required for NERC compliance.
• Aid developing analytics dashboards to visualize and assess wind fleet performance.
• Gather information on turbine assets, spare parts, service orders etc. and create datasets.
• Assist renewables team with on-site work such as blade inspections, failure analysis.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
• Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Must be a college student, sophomore, or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, computer science or related field. Must be able to work May-August 2027. Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record. Some travel may be required.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of coding (Python) is a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.