About the Position 

As a Solar Electrical Engineering Intern in the Solar group, you will assist in the design of utility-scale solar projects nationwide. You will be part of an integrated design team, coordinating with team members to meet project schedules and deliverables on time and within the defined budget. 

Hourly Rate: $27.00/hour 

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.  

Essential Responsibilities 

• Assists in the detailed design of all aspects of Photovoltaic (PV) Electrical Power Systems, including string sizing, array layouts, tracker power and communication, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, Balance of System/Plant equipment details, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, equipment specifications, and project schedules. 

• Collaborates with engineers to prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility-scale PV power plants, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, collection system grounding, harmonic analysis, and other related studies. 

• Research applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices. 

• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines. 

• Other job-related responsibilities as assigned. 

Must Have 

• Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred. 

• Experience: Relevant coursework or project experience in engineering. 

• Basic understanding of electrical engineering. 

• Experience with PVsyst or other PV-specific software is a plus. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. 

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; strong interpersonal skills. 

• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, and a skilled decision-maker comfortable in a fast-paced design environment. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills. 

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

Working Conditions 

About NEI Electric Power Engineering 

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020 - 2024), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems. 

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members’ diverse backgrounds and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart our path into the future. 

We are a proud equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.  

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