Summer Engineer Intern - PSD
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Manufacturing Engineer
About Us
Southern States is the largest switch manufacturer of high voltage disconnect switches in the world. For over 100 years, Southern States has been a provider of essential products and services to electric utilities in the U.S. and Canada to support the Nation’s Electric Power Infrastructure. This includes high voltage switching products which transfer bulk power, switch loads to balance the system and protect assets from damaging over currents.
All Southern States products are engineered to the highest technical standards and manufactured from the finest raw materials by craftsmen who share the same commitment to quality and dedication to detail that has been the cornerstone of Southern States since our inception back in 1916.
The Engineer Intern will assist the Engineering Department with development activities. Primary work involves using Solid Works CAD software to design parts, subassemblies, and tools for high voltage circuit switchers as well as tools to build and test prototypes. At the end of every rotation, you will present your deliverables, experiences, and recommendations.
Responsibilities- Creating parts and assemblies in Solid Works from concept through to finished drawings
- Building prototype circuit switchers and sub-assemblies for development testing
- Collect data during testing and analyze the data to evaluate test results
- Assist other engineers with continuous improvement projects within the division
- Other job duties as assigned
- RLS
38AR
Mechanical and Dielectric Testing - RLS
38T Mechanical and Dielectric Testing - LLS E Close Operation Testing
- Drawing Updates from VIP (Value Improvement Program) Tickets
- Student enrolled in a four‑year degree program, majoring in Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree) who has completed their freshman year of college.
- Working knowledge of Solid Works or other 3D parametric CAD software.
- Strong hands‑on mechanical aptitude. This job requires assembling and testing prototypes. Knowing how to use tools is a must.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
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