Substation Controls Intern - Shape the Power Grid

HDR; Minnesota, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineering Intern specializing in Controls. You’ll gain real-world experience on exciting projects, connect with recent graduates and mentors, and apply standard engineering techniques under supervision.

Focus areas include Protection & Controls within substation design, creating wiring diagrams and control schematics, and performing AC/DC system calculations. Strong problem‑solving and communication skills are essential; MS Office basics required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Offer real-world experience on exciting projects.
• Mentoring and young professionals programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform assignments under the supervision of a professional engineer or Project Manager.
• Focus on Protection & Controls (P&C) engineering within substation design.
• Create/modify substation wiring diagrams and control schematics according to project scope.
• Complete AC/DC system calculations based on current/future load.
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

HDR is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineering Intern specializing in Controls. You’ll gain real-world experience on exciting projects, connect with recent graduates and mentors, and apply standard engineering techniques under supervision.

Focus areas include Protection & Controls within substation design, creating wiring diagrams and control schematics, and performing AC/DC system calculations. Strong problem‑solving and communication skills are essential; MS Office basics required.