Transmission Engineering Intern

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Transmission Engineering Intern to join our team. The Transmission Engineering Intern will be part of an electric powerline design team and will be responsible for applying their relevant coursework and experience to the engineering and design of multiple power projects ranging from small “quick turn-around” to large complex transmission line designs for public & private electric utilities, wind & solar developers as well as government agencies. This position provides the opportunity to directly apply your knowledge of engineering to design energy infrastructure projects. As a Transmission Engineering Intern, you will learn about and apply ACI, IBC, NESC, ASCE and other applicable standards in the engineering design and will perform engineering analyses, plans and specifications, as well as material procurement and construction documents with the assistance of Senior Engineers. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. 

• Work with engineers to obtain training and basic knowledge in the use of PLS-Cadd, MFAD, AutoCAD, and other design software used by Transmission Engineers.
• Prepare and review design documents for construction, including plan & profiles, structure drawings, structure layout drawings, bill of materials and foundations design drawings.
• Learn about client interests and help develop approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.
• Actively coordinate with internal and external team members on power projects.
• Travel to project sites as necessary to gather data and interface with clients.

SALARY RANGE: $18-25+/hour (depending on expereience) 

• Currently enrolled in ABET-accredited engineering program.

• Willingness to learn in a flexible environment that may involve cross-disciplinary concepts.
• Willingness to attend site visits and work outside on occasions.

• Valid Driver’s License and Reliable transportation

• Ability to communicate effectively with others, including clients, management, and design team, through excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• 3rd-4th year of a Civil Engineering BA program or enrollment of a MS program

• Relevant Industry experience through coursework or prior internships
• Experience with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, MFAD, MATLAB, or other relevant software.

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. 

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work. 

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.