Electric Power Research Institute

Plant Reliability & Resilience R&D Student Employee

LocationCharlotte, NC
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$33,280-$70,720

About This Job

Job Title:

Plant Reliability & Resilience R&D Student Employee

Location:

Charlotte, NC

Job Summary and Description:

Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven summer student intern to join our Plant Reliability and Resilience (PRR) Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in the nuclear power industry working alongside industry experts to support key research projects in the areas of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & control. One team, one goal: help make nuclear power plants safe, reliable, and affordable. The PRR research portfolio focuses on technical guidelines, methods, software tools, and knowledge transfer tools that reflect best practices and engineering judgment gathered from global nuclear plant experience.

Key Responsibilities:* Assist EPRI technical leads in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data related to power plant performance and reliability.

Support ongoing research projects by potentially conducting literature reviews, preparing reports, and contributing to technical papers.
Support ongoing research projects by conducting laboratory experiments/demonstrations using a mini oil lab, robotic dogs, 3D CAD modeling, and wireless sensors.
Assist EPRI technical leads with development and maintenance of Wiki technical websites
Participate in the broader EPRI internship program with opportunities to perform field visits and learn firsthand operation and challenges of power generation and distribution
Present findings and recommendations to the team and contribute to the development of best practices and guidelines.

Qualifications:* Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Science or Engineering (mechanical, electrical, nuclear, or computer science preferred)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience or coursework in power generation, reliability engineering, or related areas is a plus.

Preferred Skills:* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Specifically use of Microsoft Excel graphs, pivot tables and macros and/or Access Databases

Proficiency in web site development and maintenance (specifically using the Wiki platform)
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling using software such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, Fusion, or equivalent
Experience with 3D printing

The hourly rate range for Student positions are:* Undergraduate: $16-29 per hour

Masters: $25-31 per hour
Ph.D: $27-34 per hour

These ranges are an estimate, and the actual hourly rate may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The hourly rate may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

As an EPRI Student, you will not participate in EPRI’s Benefit Programs which includes health insurance, retirement benefits, vacation, sick leave (except as set required by law) and holiday pay. However, as a Student employee you are eligible for the benefits of Social Security, State Disability Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance.

For Student positions which require one to relocate to an EPRI office. Relocation assistance is not provided and the student will be responsible for covering all relocation costs/expenses.

EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.

EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled

Together . . . Shaping the Future of Energy.

www.epri.com

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