Gas Transmission Engineer Intern

MidAmerican Energy Company one of the largest renewable energy producers in the U.S is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, safely meeting the energy needs of more than 1.6 million customers in Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota. A subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, we have more than 3,400 dedicated employees serving our customers every day across our service territory.

Interns will have the opportunity to participate in the annual three-day summer intern event in Des Moines, Iowa where they will have the opportunity to tour state-of-the-art facilities, network with leadership, and gain a broader understanding of MidAmerican Energy Company. Other panels, lunch and learns, and events will be happening throughout the summer to give our interns the best experience.

Skills for Success

• Effective project management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Qualifications 

• Must be a college student, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in engineering.
• Must be available May-August 2026. 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.    
• Assist engineers and project managers with design of gas transmission projects.
• Assist engineering employees with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification). 
• Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors. 
• Assist with data analysis, summary, and reporting.
• Enter and record data in databases.
• Manage project as-built paperwork to ensure it meets regulatory requirements and is stored and indexed for easy reference.
• Update maps and records as necessary.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
• Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Pay Range: 18-24