Electrical Engineering Intern

Description:

Responsibilities of this specific role will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Design power distribution, lighting controls, grounding and lightning protection systems with respect to buildings and infrastructure projects

• Short circuit, overcurrent coordination, load and arc flash studies

• Lighting photometric calculations

• Assign circuitry for Power and Lighting devices

• Technical report writing

• Work on projects using Revit MEP

• Contribute to the development of reports and electrical calculations

• Work with people from other disciplines and/or vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects

• Attend meetings - listen, ask questions. Be involved in discussions with other disciplines and Architects to gain knowledge & experience.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering (BSAE) required

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA or higher

• Demonstrated interest in the electrical engineering industry with an emphasis on the power side of the discipline

• Experience with Microsoft Office

• Skills in planning and organizing

• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both in person and in writing

• Attitude of taking independent initiative, exhibiting creative problem-solving, eagerness to learn, while remaining dedicated to teamwork

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working

• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Preferred

• FE/ EIT certification

• Coursework in building systems design, electrical power systems design, control systems, electric machines, and codes and standards

• Internship experience in a consulting firm with emphasis on buildings electrical power system design

• Electrical testing

• Demonstrated interest in sustainability as evidenced by extracurricular activities or other indication

• Academic research, coursework, or other experience with alternative energy systems and other technologies new to the construction industry

• Experience with Revit MEP, Microstation, AGI 32, SKM Power Tools

• Proven ability to perform in a deadline driven environment

• Evidence of teamwork and leadership such as professional accomplishment or honor society

Notable Projects

For over seven decades Arup has been at the forefront of the most ambitious and innovative design and engineering. From concert halls to national stadiums, renewable energy to driverless cars, we continue to add to that history every day. Notable projects from our Electrical discipline team include:

• TTC Subway Stations (Vaughan Metropolitan Centre & York University), Toronto

• York Lions Stadium, Toronto

• National Music Centre of Canada, Calgary