Electrical Engineering Intern at CycloKinetics in Salt Lake City, UT

Summary: CycloKinetics is advancing the next generation of high-performance propellants for aerospace and defense. They are seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the Controls Engineering team in the implementation and commission of electrical and control systems within their biorefinery operations. Responsibilities: - Strong commitment to safety is required - Perform job duties in a safety-regulated environment where chemicals are used - Assist in the implementation and deployment of electrical and control systems, including instrumentation, data lines, and PLC-based architectures - Support creation and modification of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation - Assist with panel design, I/O mapping, and field device integration - Participate in system testing, including loop checks, calibration, and validation of instruments and analyzers - Support commissioning and startup activities for new and modified systems - Work with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot electrical and control system issues - Assist with data collection, analysis, and documentation to support system performance improvements - Support development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical documentation - Ensure compliance with internal standards, industry regulations, and safety requirements, including OSHA and other government policies and regulations - Participate in meetings and planning sessions, providing work updates or summaries as requested - Work is performed on-site at your designated work location - Maintain accurate and complete records, test results, and data, in accordance with company guidelines on documentation, storage, and control - Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor or designated leadership Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field - Basic understanding of electrical systems and circuits - Comfortable with working on electrical equipment up to 480VAC - Comfortable with basic electrical tools (soldering, crimping, etc) - Interest in industrial automation, PLCs, and instrumentation - Familiarity with electrical schematics and engineering drawings - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team - Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment - Comfortable with exposure to industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments - Assist in the design and development of electrical systems - Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools and web-based applications - Highly detail-oriented and organized, with a proactive, self-driven approach and demonstrated record of taking initiative to drive scientific and operational goals - Strong commitment to safety is required - Perform job duties in a safety-regulated environment where chemicals are used Required Skills: Electrical systems, Electrical circuits, Electrical equipment operation up to 480VAC, Electrical tools soldering, Electrical tools crimping, Industrial automation, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Instrumentation, Electrical schematics, Engineering drawings, System testing, calibration, Panel design, I/O mapping, Data collection, analysis, Safety compliance (OSHA), Willingness to learn