Internship – Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co.

The Role

Overview

Electrical engineering intern assisting design, power distribution, controls, and instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • team collaboration
  • client coordination
  • stakeholder management

Tasks

-Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • electrical eng
  • power systems
  • microsoft office
  • driver license
  • communication

What You Bring

-Software: Familiarity with AutoCAD. -Education: ongoing enrollment in an electrical engineering degree program. Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship and have taken at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics. -GPA: GPA of 3.0/4.0. -Technical knowledge: performing basic engineering calculations and analysis, developing details of design, assisting in the design of solutions, monitoring construction projects, and preparing drawings, specifications, and sketches. -Work environment: ability to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. -Software: Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software. -Degree with a focus in power systems. -Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future. -Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. -Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs. -Communication: demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.

Benefits

-Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Fort Collins or Wheat Ridge, Colorado, offices. -Compensation: anticipated range of $22.66–28.90/hourly. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act. -Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities -Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care -Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders -Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock -Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities -Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave -Timeline: this internship opportunity runs for approximately three months starting in the spring of 2026. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays.

The Company

About Barr Engineering Co.

-Specializes in solving complex challenges for industries such as energy, water resources, and infrastructure. -Known for expertise in environmental sustainability, working on both large and small projects with a strong track record. -Portfolio includes energy projects, industrial systems, government infrastructure, and utilities. -Highly respected for commitment to delivering technically innovative and cost-effective solutions. -Interdisciplinary team collaborates across sectors to offer seamless, multi-faceted project execution. -Known for addressing not just technical needs, but also environmental and regulatory challenges.

Sector Specialisms

Mining

Energy

Public Agencies and Organizations

Manufacturing

Infrastructure

Environmental Investigation and Remediation

Environmental Permitting and Compliance

Sustainability and Resiliency

Water Management

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Process Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Facility Design and Commissioning

Mine Tailings Management

Mineral Processing

Plant Design and Operations

Pumping Stations and Pipelines

Water Treatment

Water Storage and Distribution

Watersheds, Wetlands, Lakes, and Streams Environmental Challenges

Visa Sponsorship

-must be legally authorized to work in the us without barr sponsorship now or in future.