Intern - Generation

Job Description

Summary

The intern provides assistance in maintaining, upgrading, and analyzing power generation in the power plants. The intern also provides analysis on power cycles as needed. The internship would also include researching historical data as needed for planning studies and cost estimations. An intern would also become familiar with Generation electrical one and 3-lines and mechanical drawings and P&IDS related to power plant equipment.

Essential Functions

• The intern may assist the planning an executing of maintenance on turbines and systems within the power plant.
• Assist with capital projects and or upgrades to power generating equipment within the power plants
• Perform cycle efficiency analysis and or heat rate analysis on power cycles as directed
• Work on projects as directed by the Plant Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager

Relationships

Internal

• VP, Power Production : Reports to, receives direction and guidance from
• Plant Manager: Receives direction and guidance from
• Plant Maintenance Manager: Receives direction and guidance from

External

• No regular contact or communication with external individuals or entities.

Competencies

1. Must have basic understanding of the operation and theory of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
2. Must have a basic understanding of power plant theory and systems
3. Must have practical working knowledge of computer software and hardware.
4. Must possess the ability to review and apply system conditions to system database development.
5. Must possess the ability to meet timelines and schedules and write clear, concise reports.
6. Must possess the ability to learn communication, teamwork, and organizational skills with strong work ethic.
7. Strong verbal communication and team skills are desirable.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Most of the work will be performed in both a standard office environment but also a power plant environment. Proper PPE will be required when working in a power plant. Flights in fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters are also a possibility.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

Completion of Junior-level course work in an accredited undergraduate Electrical Engineering Degree Program, required. Course work with power system emphasis, preferred.

Active enrollment in accredited undergraduate program, required.

Experience

One (1) year prior work experience in any setting, required. Engineering experience not required.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.