Control Systems Engineering Internship

Control Systems Engineering Internship

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking to fill a control engineering internship position to support the engineering needs of the System Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Controls (SDC) Section of the Operations Technical Services Department which provides engineering services to support the efficient and reliable operation of power plants and water treatment plants and wastewater treatment plants with the following key objectives:

• Provide actionable intelligence to support efficient and reliable operations utilizing advanced data analytics and predictive maintenance technologies
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities through effective root cause analysis and system optimization programs
• Control System Engineering services to support the full lifecycle of our control system assets

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and projects to support the operational needs of the organization.

Focus Areas:

• Control system Life cycle analysis
• Audit control system installations
• Consult with engineers, manufacturers, and others to asses current life cycle status
• Prepare analysis reports for documentation of findings
• Control system inventory
• Audit control system installations
• Utilize and document control system installation into existing database
• Develop/update database interface tools per discussions with system stakeholders
• Consult and assist with control system optimization
• Asses system stability utilizing diagnostic tools
• Perform system tuning utilizing control system theory such as PID tuning
• Consult with engineers, manufacturers, and others to asses system modifications to affect optimal system control
• Work with controls engineers and manufacturers to asses current instrumentation specifications in line with industry trends
• Work with controls engineers and manufacturers to discuss current instrumentation topology and networking trends
• Evaluate and report on new and emerging technologies in instrumentation integration
• Participate in control system Factory and Site acceptance testing for new and modified control system installations
• Assist with conducting studies and preparing reports

Why should you apply? As a member of the Operations Technical Services department, you will be supporting and working with engineers, plant operations, plant maintenance and other stakeholders resulting in a positive impact to your academic and professional learning and to the overall growth of our community. In doing so, you will have the opportunity to work with a very dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about their service to our community.

Who You Are...Successful applicants shall be working towards a degree from an accredited university in an engineering field of study. College majors that that may be considered for these internships are:

• Chemical Engineering
• Control Systems Engineering
• Computer Engineering w/ Data Analytics
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Process Engineering

• This internship is full-time, 40 hours/week during the summer months, and 10-20 hours per week during the school year, schedule can be coordinate with students' schedule and school workload.
• This is an on-site, non-remote/non-telecommuting position
• Hourly rate is dependent on year completed of academic degree, e.g., second year complete, third year complete, etc.
• Candidates MUST be enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associates/Bachelors/Masters) with a 2.5 GPA and be able to provide documentation if requested. Enrollment in a certification program does not qualify.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.

Who We Are:
Colorado Springs Utilities is the largest community owned, not-for-profit, four-service utility in the nation. For 100 years, we have provided Colorado Springs with safe, reliable and competitively-priced electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. We care about our community's well-being, support local business and have an interest in all things that help make Colorado Springs a great place to live, work and play

Be a part of a unique, customer-owned and operated four-service utility. With our rare distinction of providing four utility services – natural gas, electricity, water, and wastewater treatment – we offer a varied, fast-paced work culture teeming with potential.

Colorado Springs Utilities infuses corporate responsibility and safety into daily business operations with the foundation of decision-making focused on our community owners, employees, and environment. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to contribute ideas and solutions in an engaging, dynamic team environment.

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs