
Intern – Project Engineer
Ormat Technologies, Inc.
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Location Type: Office
Location: Philadelphia • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Assist in Project Planning: Support the project engineering team in the development of project schedules, resource planning, and design coordination for utility-scale BESS projects.
- Technical Support: Provide technical assistance in reviewing designs, schematics, and specifications related to electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
- Documentation: Help prepare and organize project documentation, including engineering drawings, reports, and equipment specifications.
- Vendor Coordination: Assist in coordinating with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials.
- Site Visits: Participate in site visits to observe construction and installation activities.
- Problem Solving: Work with the project team to identify and resolve technical challenges that arise during the design, procurement, or construction phases of the project.
- Commissioning Support: Provide support during the commissioning phase of BESS projects, including helping with system testing, data collection, and documentation of results.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- Strong interest in energy storage, renewable energy, and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, with coursework or project experience in energy systems being a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD).
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think analytically and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel to project sites and participate in field activities.
Benefits
- Must be able to work in an office environment
- This job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping and kneeling.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
electrical systemsmechanical systemscontrol systemsenergy storagerenewable energyproject schedulingresource planningdesign coordinationsystem testingdata collection
Soft skills
problem-solvinganalytical thinkingcollaborationcommunicationattention to detail