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Engineering Intern

AT RWE Clean Energy
RWE Clean Energy

Engineering Intern

Austin, TX

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

Functional area: Engineering
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

Experience an exciting summer internship at RWE Clean Energy, where you'll work with industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, forge valuable connections in a supportive intern cohort, and grow personally and professionally in the sustainable energy sector. The Engineering Intern is pivotal to RWE Clean Energy's Utility Scale Engineering Team. This dynamic group of professionals actively strives to design projects that enhance our client's facility performance. During the internship, the individual will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in developing and designing renewable energy systems while gaining deeper insights into the industry.

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Role Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development and design of electrical systems for a variety of building types, as well as solar and battery projects
  • Execute fundamental design tasks using various tools like AutoCAD and REVIT to create technical drawings
  • Perform electrical calculations using software like Excel, ETAP, and others
  • Acquire knowledge of and adhere to relevant building and design codes
  • Assist in equipment sizing and specification
  • Conduct research and meticulously document findings as necessary
  • Gain exposure to various aspects of the business, including but not limited to development, measurement and verification, and project management
  • Participate in occasional on-site visits to collect field data for design projects

Job Requirements and Experiences:

  • Enrolled in an accredited US university program, pursuing a degree in electrical engineering
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Excel
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with various project teams
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong attention to detail in documenting project-related information
  • Demonstrated adaptability and a proactive approach to learning and taking on new tasks

This is a full-time 12-week summer internship starting the first week of June in our Austin, TX, or Chicago, IL, office.

Pay range: The base hourly range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00-$35.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00--$40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

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We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry - and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years' experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group's Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges - and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you'll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies - and continuously improve, together.

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA; Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: RWE_Renewable-89478-en_GB
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Holiday Events
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program