Engineering Intern – Distribution Asset Management

POSITION PURPOSE

The Engineering Intern – Distribution Asset Management will directly support the Engineering Department with electric power supply system planning work, programming, and data analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills and be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Interns will work full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer months, starting the end of May through early September on a hybrid basis with some remote capabilities
• Preferred availability to work part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the fall and spring semesters with additional hybrid flexibility

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists engineers with engineering analysis of electric distribution system.
• Performs power-flow software simulations (SynerGEE) to analyze system load, phase balance, voltage regulation, and fuse coordination.
• Works with Oracle and SQL and uses Visual Studio (VB) to develop tools used by engineering.
• Performs field inspections of electric facilities for planning or engineering as needed.
• Works with engineers and technicians to update distribution system models as needed.
• Supports Transformer Load Management (TLM) and Power Control (Demand Load Management).

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university or college program, preferred area of studies include Electrical and/or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid drivers’ license with good driving record.
• Ability to work with computer models and relational data used in mapping and analysis and translate between computer models and drawings and diagrams.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
• Strong Business acumen, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment

BENEFITS OF AN INTERNSHIP WITH MGE

• Local employer - accessible via bike paths, bus lines, and we have free on-site parking
• Hands-on projects - meaningful projects and experience across business functions
• Competitive pay - interns are paid fairly for the work they contribute
• Opportunity for full-time employment - high conversion rate from internship to full-time employment after graduation

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

MGE is a community energy company dedicated to planning and providing reliable energy that balances the needs and values of those we serve. MGE has been in the top three most reliable electric utilities in the nation for the past 14 years. MGE is an investor-owned, government-regulated public utility that generates and distributes electric power to 157,000 customers and purchases and distributes natural gas to 166,000 customers in south-central and western Wisconsin. MGE's parent company is MGE Energy, Inc., a public utility holding company. Its common stock trades on the NASDAQ Stock Market. For more information, visit mge.com and mgeenergy.com.

JOB LOCATION

The position is hybrid, and office days are in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, where MGE is an active participant in community efforts to preserve the area's extraordinary quality of life. Madison is the capital of Wisconsin and a major research and technology city. The area's strong quality-of-life factors include a vibrant economy; urban, suburban, and rural living options; nationally acclaimed public university and public secondary school systems; rich cultural, recreational, and outdoor offerings.