Undergraduate Instrumentation Engineer

Worley Group, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley invites applications for an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Intern to join our Reading/Wyomissing team. You will support development and documentation of I&C systems for Power Generation and Power Networks projects, working with experienced engineers to ensure safe, reliable energy infrastructure.

You will gain hands-on experience with instrument data sheets, control narratives, and diagram reviews while applying industry codes and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to work in office at the Reading/Wyomissing, Pennsylvania office.
• Interest in instrumentation, industrial automation, process control, power generation, substations, transmission, distribution, or other power infrastructure.
• Exposure through coursework or projects to programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, human-machine interfaces, sensors, transmitters, or control system design.
• Previous internship, laboratory, design project, or team-based engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and revision of instrumentation and controls engineering deliverables for Power Generation and Power Networks projects.
• Assist with instrument data sheets, control narratives, input/output lists, instrument indexes, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and related technical documentation.
• Help review drawings, specifications, vendor information, and project documentation for accuracy and consistency.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, data collection, and technical research under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination with electrical, mechanical, process, and project teams.
• Support the organization and maintenance of engineering files, calculations, drawings, and project records.
• Learn and apply applicable industry codes, standards, client requirements, and company procedures.
• Communicate progress, questions, and technical observations clearly and professionally.
• Follow health, safety, environmental, and quality expectations in all assigned work.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Digital systems

Control systems

Instrumentation

Programming

MS Office

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls/Instrumentation Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

We are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Intern to join our team in the Reading/Wyomissing office. This internship offers an opportunity to gain practical engineering experience while supporting projects for the Power Generation and Power Networks sectors. Working alongside experienced engineers and designers, the intern will assist with the development, review, and documentation of instrumentation and control systems used in safe, reliable, and efficient energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and revision of instrumentation and controls engineering deliverables for Power Generation and Power Networks projects.
• Assist with instrument data sheets, control narratives, input/output lists, instrument indexes, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and related technical documentation.
• Help review drawings, specifications, vendor information, and project documentation for accuracy and consistency.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, data collection, and technical research under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination with electrical, mechanical, process, and project teams.
• Support the organization and maintenance of engineering files, calculations, drawings, and project records.
• Learn and apply applicable industry codes, standards, client requirements, and company procedures.
• Communicate progress, questions, and technical observations clearly and professionally.
• Follow health, safety, environmental, and quality expectations in all assigned work.

What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements

• Completed foundational coursework in electrical circuits, digital systems, control systems, instrumentation, programming, or a related technical area.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to work in office at the Reading/Wyomissing, Pennsylvania office.
• Interest in instrumentation, industrial automation, process control, power generation, substations, transmission, distribution, or other power infrastructure.
• Exposure through coursework or projects to programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, human-machine interfaces, sensors, transmitters, or control system design.
• Previous internship, laboratory, design project, or team-based engineering experience.

Additional information

What You Will Gain

This internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world engineering projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to develop technical, communication, and project-delivery skills. The intern will gain insight into how instrumentation and control systems support complex Power Generation and Power Networks projects while contributing as a valued member of the Reading team.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

Preferred

• Familiarity with engineering drawing or design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar tools.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.