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Intern Powertrain Control Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Quanta Services

Engineering Intern

Houston, TX

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of ...

Chevron

2026-2027 Petroleum Engineer Intern

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$10K/mo

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Petroleum engineers develop technical skills in production and reservoir engineering assignments ... These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens, permanent resident ...

Sycamore Life Sciences, LLC

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Software Engineer Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... Engineer Intern to support the development of internal tools, automation workflows, and ... Experience with version control (Git) * Strong analytical, problem‐solving, and communication ...

Chevron

2026-2027 Wells Engineering Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$9.7K/mo

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Greeley, Colorado Wells Engineering Intern - Wells engineering internships consist of actual ... These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens, permanent resident ...

Huntsman

Electrical Engineering Intern

Houston, TX

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Huntsman Corporation (HUN) What You'll Do As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you may: * Support ... Participate in instrumentation and process control troubleshooting * Support automation and ...

Kimley-Horn

Civil Engineering Intern

The Woodlands, TX

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join The Woodlands, Texas (TX) office ... Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern powertrain control engineer in Houston, TX is $24.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.76 and $27.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Intern Powertrain Control Engineers focus on developing and testing control systems for vehicle powertrains, including engines and transmissions. They typically work in automotive manufacturing or research environments, requiring knowledge of control algorithms, engine systems, and automotive hardware. Intern Automotive Software Engineers, on the other hand, develop software for vehicle systems, including infotainment and driver assistance, often overlapping in automotive industry settings. Both roles may require programming skills and automotive knowledge, but their focus areas differ within vehicle technology development.

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Infographic showing various Intern Powertrain Control Engineer job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,486 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Engineering Intern

Quanta Services

Houston, TX

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Internship

Posted 4 days ago

Quanta Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.


Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.


Job Title: Engineering Intern

As a Engineering Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting substation design projects across the QISG platform. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and designers, contributing to real-world projects while learning about physical layout, protection & control systems, and industry standards. This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering who are curious about the energy industry and eager to learn.


  • Assist in designing physical substation components such as yard layouts, grounding, and control building arrangements.
  • Support the development of protection and control schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Help prepare design drawings, calculations, and bills of material.
  • Learn and apply engineering standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI.
  • Participate in quality reviews and collaborate with engineers to refine designs.
  • Maintain project documentation and assist with engineering calculations.
  • Attend team meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions.

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Interest in learning about substation components and design principles.
  • Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering software is a plus.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a dynamic environment.

As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry professionals, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to real projects. You’ll also build valuable skills and connections to support your future career.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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