Overhead Transmission Student Employee (REQ-3845)

The EPRI Overhead Transmission team performs industry-leading research and development (R&D) that enables and informs overhead transmission owners and operators in designing and managing their transmission network effectively. This R&D focuses on transmission line assets across their entire life cycle, from specification to removal.

We are looking for an Overhead Transmission Student employee to support technical staff in implementing tasks under their guidance and supervision. The successful candidate must be familiar with Microsoft Office Applications, scientific method, and laboratory procedures.

This position will be based at the EPRI Charlotte Office. Part-time during the school semester and plan to move to full-time hours during the summer. End date listed is not firm.

Key Job Functions:

• Conduct research searches, literature surveys
• Perform laboratory experiments and evaluations under the guidance of technical staff
• Analyze technical information with guidance from technical staff
• Assist project managers & technical staff in implementing project tasks

Education Level and Years of Experience:

• Pursuing degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

The Ideal Candidate:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to convey technical results effectively to other technical staff.
• Self motivated with excellent time management skills