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Electrical Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$76K - $118K/yr

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An Electrical Engineering OPT (Optional Practical Training) job is a temporary employment opportunity for international students on an F-1 visa who have completed or are pursuing a degree in electrical engineering in the U.S. This job allows students to gain practical work experience related to their field of study. OPT positions can be found in industries such as power systems, electronics, telecommunications, and automation. Typically, students are granted up to 12 months of OPT, with a possible 24-month extension for those in STEM fields. These roles help students build hands-on skills and improve their chances of securing long-term employment in the U.S.

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Intern - Electrical Engineer (Summer 2027)

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

CDG Engineers Inc
Engineering Professional Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about CDG Engineers Incexternal

$17.50 - $23/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Internship
Description
As an Intern Electrical Engineer at CDG Engineers, you will be a key player in developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. You will work alongside the EE team to design and implement electrical systems for a variety of industries, including power utilities, renewable energy, and heavy industrial. Your ability to learn new technologies quickly and your commitment to quality will be essential to your success in this role. Start Date: End of May 2027
Requirements for the role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering - currently enrolled in school as a Junior graduating in 2029, or a Senior graduating in 2028.
  • Demonstrated class/academic expertise in any core area of:
    • T&D Substation design
    • Renewable Energy - Solar, BESS, Electrification
    • Power Engineering with a focus on heavy industrial systems
    • Automation Engineering or Programming - PLC, DCS, or SCADA Systems
    • System Relaying
  • Working ability with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools preferred.
  • Working knowledge of PVsyst or similar solar design software
  • Working knowledge of SKM, ETAP, or similar electrical modeling software preferred.
  • Working knowledge of electric utility industry and environmental issues

Why CDG Engineers?
CDG Engineers, Inc. is a full-service, multi-discipline professional services organization based in St Louis, MO, with capabilities in civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering, as well as architecture. The firm provides planning, engineering, architectural design, and construction administration services across various industries and sectors.
CDG Engineers is registered in multiple states across the U.S., offering complete in-house professional engineering and architectural services. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering practical and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of projects within the United States.
CDG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Work Authorization: CDG is not currently offering sponsorship for this role. This includes both temporary visa or permanent visa situations that exist now or in the future, such as: F-1, OPT, CPT, H1, H2, L1, TN, etc.
Agencies:
This role is currently not open to agencies or third-party vendors at this time.

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