West Yost
Operational Technology Intern (OTCR Group)
Lake Oswego, OR · Intern · Internship
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 37 days ago
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About the role
- Our team of more than 270 professionals brings together expertise in groundwater, water supply, treatment, infrastructure, recycled water, stormwater, construction management, and operations technology.
- Pay rate: $26hr Based on our Lake Oswego, OR office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).
- Status: Full-time, Exempt Location(s): Lake Oswego, OR ( https://www.westyost.com/locations/ ).
Requirements
- Ability to learn technical systems and apply problem-solving skills in a team environment.
- Familiarity with water and/or wastewater operations, engineering, or infrastructure systems.
- Experience troubleshooting automation, communication, or computer systems.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or similar languages.
- Familiarity with technical drawings, hardware layouts, or engineering specifications.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Cybersecurity, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
- Function as an integral support team member and Operations Technology Specialist-in-training.
- Assist with PLC programming and SCADA configuration activities.
- Support troubleshooting, commissioning, system upgrades, and operational testing activities.
- Assist with development of technical documentation including control strategies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical memorandums.
- Support SCADA Master Plan development efforts, including existing condition assessments, conceptual alternatives analysis, recommendations, and implementation planning.
- Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and project managers on multidisciplinary project tasks.
- Conduct technical research and assist with engineering and operational technology-related tasks as needed.
- Assist with electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering and design activities.
- Support development of risk and resilience assessments and emergency preparedness planning efforts.
- Assist with technology architecture and operational technology system reviews.
Nice to have
- Coursework, project experience, laboratory experience, or internships related to industrial automation, control systems, SCADA, PLC programming, networking, or cybersecurity.
- Interest in water, wastewater, environmental, or critical infrastructure systems.
- Experience with technical writing, troubleshooting, or engineering documentation.
- Familiarity with programming languages, scripting, or industrial communication concepts.
Skills
- Strong interest in industrial automation, operational technology, control systems, and critical infrastructure systems.
- Foundational understanding of engineering, troubleshooting, or programming concepts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- Demonstrated professionalism and ethical behavior.
- PLC programming and SCADA configuration
- Human-machine interface (HMI) development
- Control system troubleshooting and commissioning
- Technical writing and development of control strategies and standard operating procedures
- Control system and network infrastructure design
- Electrical, control and instrumentation design
Compensation
- Pay rate: $26hr Based on our Lake Oswego, OR office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).
Benefits
- Your work will contribute to systems that provide safe drinking water, protect public health, and improve the resilience of critical infrastructure serving communities across the United States.
- Successful interns will leave with practical experience, professional mentorship, and a strong foundation for a career in industrial automation and critical infrastructure consulting.
- We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence.
Company info
- West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm focused exclusively on water. Since our founding in 1990, we have partnered with public agencies including cities, counties, utilities, and water districts to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that support safe, reliable, and resilient communities.
- Our team of more than 270 professionals brings together expertise in groundwater, water supply, treatment, infrastructure, recycled water, stormwater, construction management, and operations technology. We support projects from early planning and permitting through design and construction and complement our engineering services with program management and public outreach to help clients move work forward and engage their communities.
- We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognized among Fortune's® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services from 2023 to 2025, as well as a top-ranked firm in the AEC Advisors Diversity Index. At West Yost, we are committed to being the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships, practical solutions, and a shared commitment to quality.
- West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm focused exclusively on water.
- Since our founding in 1990, we have partnered with public agencies including cities, counties, utilities, and water districts to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that support safe, reliable, and resilient communities.
- We support projects from early planning and permitting through design and construction and complement our engineering services with program management and public outreach to help clients move work forward and engage their communities.
- We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognized among Fortune's® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services from 2023 to 2025, as well as a top-ranked firm in the AEC Advisors Diversity Index.
- At West Yost, we are committed to being the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships, practical solutions, and a shared commitment to quality.
- Status: Full-time, Exempt
- Location(s): Lake Oswego, OR ( https://www.westyost.com/locations/ ).
- This position requires in-office
- RESUME AND COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION OF YOUR APPLICATION!*
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