Job Information
Nebraska Public Power District Co-op Engineer and/or Engineer Intern in Brownville, Nebraska
Co-op Engineer and/or Engineer Intern
Location:
Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Co-op Engineer and/or Engineer Intern located at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville , Nebraska. Position closes 10/18/2024 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
This position will report to an Engineering Supervisor as directed by the Director of Engineering.
Position Summary
Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS) located near Brownville, Nebraska, offers outstanding opportunities for electrical and mechanical engineers. CNS is looking for students who have an interest in working in the field of nuclear power generation. Co-op engineering students are hired for a semester with comprehensive benefits, additional pay for living expenses, and a competitive salary.
NOTE: Co-op position is available to undergraduate students only.
This opening will be posted during the month of September 2024 and will remain open during some of October 2024 to account for the fall college career fair season.
Education, Training and Experience
The student must be pursuing an electrical or a mechanical engineering degree from an accredited college/university. At a minimum, the student must be finishing their sophomore year of college.
The Co-op Engineer will work the 2025 summer/fall session (mid-May through December 2025).
The Engineer Intern will work the 2025 summer/fall session (mid-May through first week of August 2025).
Licenses and/or Certifications
Not Applicable
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Electrical Co-op/Intern Engineer Duties
Learn and apply alternating current/direct current system modeling techniques with EDSA software.
Assist with electrical and/or instrument control logic modifications.
Calculate and track individual Motor Control Center (MCC) electrical loading.
Apply National Electrical Code to new and existing electrical installations.
Gain invaluable experience in a growing electrical utility industry.
Mechanical Co-op/Intern Engineer Duties
Assist with preparing Modifications.
Assist with field support of Modifications.
Prepare Design Change Notices.
Assist with mechanical engineering evaluations.
Perform equipment/component walk downs.
Gain practical experience of working in a nuclear power plant.
Gain invaluable experience in a growing electric utility.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety
Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.
Engineer Intern/Co-op - Sophomore $23.47 per hour
Engineer Intern/Co-op - Junior$25.27 per hour
Engineer Intern/Co-op - Senior$27.08 per hour
Coop Benefits Only:
Vacation (32 hours of vacation per work session
Paid Holidays
Paid Medical Leave (32 Hours)
Paid Living Stipend
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
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