About the role#
Kahuna is hiring Staff Engineer Interns to support our engineering departments. You will receive on-the-job training from professional engineers and project managers while designing industrial facilities in the energy industry. This role is designed to provide practical experience and challenging objectives.
What you'll do#
- Generate instrumentation lists, specifications, RFQs, and data sheets based on P&ID and process model information.
- Create piping isometrics from scratch, including bills of materials.
- Design medium and low voltage power systems and PLC-based process control, automation, and communication systems.
- Perform project engineering tasks such as client interaction, job scoping, equipment specification, engineering calculations, and drawing reviews.
- Assist with contractor bidding, onsite construction inspection, system commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Participate in construction activities, facility startup, and the creation of operating procedures.
- Manage various project engineering tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to travel to field project locations.
- Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Self-motivation and the ability to react to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to pass an initial drug screen and background check.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Westminster, Colorado.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About KAHUNA
Kahuna is an energy project execution company founded in 1999. Based in Westminster, Colorado, the firm provides engineering, design, and construction management services for oil and natural gas midstream facilities. It operates across the United States, managing projects that range from wellheads to distribution systems. The company is privately owned and currently employs 120 people.
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