Job Description

Country
United States / US
City
AUSTIN
Workplace location
AUSTIN-GAINES RANCH LOOP(USA)
Employer company
TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America, Inc.
Domain
Industrial Projects
Type of contract
Internship
Experience
Not applicable

Context & Environment

⚡Join us in Austin, TX at the intersection of power systems, renewable energy, and data-driven engineering 🌱

As part of the Transmission & Interconnection team, you’ll support real-world grid integration challenges for utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects This is not a “shadowing” role—you’ll contribute directly to work that impacts how projects connect to the grid.

This is a multi-term co‑op opportunity beginning June 4, 2026 (minimum ~6 months) with the potential to extend up to 12 months or longer based on performance and business needs. We’re looking for someone excited to grow with the team and build continuity across projects

You’ll work closely with experienced engineers in a collaborative, hands-on environment, with exposure to industry tools and real project data. Expect a mix of technical problem-solving, coding, and communication, supported by regular mentorship.

This co-op is designed to provide:

• Meaningful, technical experience on active projects
• Exposure to ISO/RTO transmission and interconnection processes
• Opportunities to build tools that improve how we work
• A path to longer-term growth with the team

We’re excited to build this program—this is a chance to help shape it 🛠️

Activities

In this role, you will:

🏭 Support generation interconnection studies, including injection and withdrawal analyses

• Help validate, troubleshoot, and document technical approaches
• Translate results into clear insights for broader audiences
• Collaborate across engineering and technical teams

🔌 Assist with power flow, contingency, and sensitivity analyses

• Improve workflow efficiency, consistency, and data quality with engineering partners
• Interface with tools such as PowerWorld, PSS®E, and/or TARA

📶 Build and enhance Python-based automation tools to run and manage large-scale studies

• Develop and maintain databases (MySQL / SQLite) for study inputs and results
• Create visualizations and dashboards (maps, plots, one-lines, summaries)

By the end of the co‑op, you’ll understand how real-world power system studies are performed—and how to improve them through automation and data

Candidate Profile

We’re looking for someone who is curious, motivated, and ready to jump in

🎓 What you bring:

• Foundational knowledge of power systems or electrical fundamentals
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in:
  • Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar ( power focus preferred)
• Preferred: Junior or Senior, but open to strong candidates at other levels

💻Technical strengths:

• Python programming (key focus)
• Comfort working with data, models, and technical tools
• Exposure to (or interest in learning):
  • Power system tools (PowerWorld, PSS®E)
  • Data tools (SQL, Pandas, NumPy)
  • Visualization tools (matplotlib, Plotly, GIS)

🚨 What sets you apart:

• Strong learning mindset and initiative
• Interest in automation, tooling, and process improvement
• Clear communicator and collaborative team player
• Previous experience in energy, power systems, or engineering analytics is a plus—but not required.

Additional Information

At TotalEnergies, we are guided by performance, safety, respect, and collaboration We value curiosity, innovation, and diverse perspectives—and we are committed to developing the next generation of engineers in the energy transition

Our co‑op program is designed to provide real responsibility, meaningful technical experience, and the opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure projects

This role offers:

🗺️ Hands-on experience supporting large-scale renewable energy and grid interconnection projects

🔋Exposure to power systems analysis, transmission planning, and interconnection processes (ISO/RTO)

💡Opportunities to build automation tools, data workflows, and engineering solutions using Python and industry software

👩‍🏭Direct collaboration with experienced engineers and cross-functional technical teams

🔄 A multi-term experience (6–12 months+) with the opportunity to grow, take on increased responsibility, and contribute to long-term projects

If you are passionate about power systems, renewable energy, and solving complex engineering challenges, we encourage you to apply and begin your journey with TotalEnergies.

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

About TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low-carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

About TotalEnergies Renewables USA

TotalEnergies Renewables USA is committed to developing, acquiring, constructing, and operating solar utility‑scale power plants and energy storage systems across the U.S., supporting the company’s global ambition to build a sustainable energy future.

What We Provide
TotalEnergies values the partnership with our external recruitment providers. As a contractor assigned to TotalEnergies you will be eligible for benefits through your agency employer such as transportation allowance.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality

Employees are expected to comply with all TotalEnergies and U.S. Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSE&Q) requirements. This includes active participation in safety programs, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Code of Conduct

All employees must adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and TotalEnergies’ Code of Conduct and Ethics.