Electrical Engineer Intern

Location: Irving, TX

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an Electrical/Systems Engineer in Training to join our team as an Automation and Electrical Intern. This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry leader in a sustainable business and apply the skills you have learned in the classroom to a heavy manufacturing environment. 

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

We have a long-standing program for recent college graduates that will build the foundation for your career in our organization.

What you’ll get to do:

This position is a training position for an entry-level engineer. You will participate in a structured training program designed to provide an overview of the cement plant operations. 

• Support the operations in achieving production goals through partnering with experienced engineers and managers in different departments (safety, environmental, operations, maintenance, quality control, and quarry) and at different locations

• Participate in production and maintenance meetings

• Work with the maintenance team regarding electrical engineering/control systems projects

• Analyze electrical and control systems

• Learn basic supervisory skills by working side-by-side with supervisors

• Complete technical projects which will assist you in gaining an understanding of the operations of a cement plant and the cement industry, as well as gaining practical application of engineering skills.

• Conduct root cause analysis

• Participate in various training programs

• Participate in Continuous Improvement Program by suggesting changes in routines, personnel, equipment improvement, and process improvement

• Follow plant and local Safety Policies, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Maintain an awareness of plant environmental standards. Takes corrective action to address minor problems or reports compliance issues to the appropriate department for resolution 

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred

• Willingness to travel to other locations during the training program

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment with 24-hour operations 

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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