Engineering Intern

Engineering Intern Opportunity

Summit Utilities is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Intern based in Little Rock, AR.

Position Summary

The Engineering Intern will be a member of the natural gas engineering team and work with design engineers and drafters to research, prepare, design, and document capital construction on a variety of projects. All work will contribute to the modernization and advancement of our natural gas distribution system.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist designers with day-to-day project duties producing construction document deliverables for natural gas system projects.
• Assist with hydraulic analysis studies to determine design parameters for engineering of natural gas systems using company Gas Modeling Software (in-house training provided).
• Perform occasional field work to perform construction review for compliance with company standards.
• Record keeping related to installation and monitoring of gas systems, including but not limited to pipeline inspections and excavations, as-built drawings, and easements.
• Research historical installation and repair documentation on existing facilities.
• Update Access databases and Excel spreadsheets concerning project status.

Position Qualifications

Currently enrolled as a full-time student (sophomore, junior or senior preferred) with a strong GPA pursuing an ABET accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrated technical and analytical capability. Proficient computer skills working with Microsoft Office, Autodesk/Civil-3D, and various modeling/simulation programs. This includes the ability to receive and immediately implement training on new software. Must work well with others as the position requires teamwork, collaboration, and kindness within engineering office and with local district offices. Position requires a high level of attention to detail and willingness to develop a strong understanding of natural gas system principles and design standards. Project design knowledge and skills exhibited.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.