Mechanical Field Engineer Intern
Gemmapower · Austin, TX, US · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 11, 2026
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Mechanical Field Engineer Intern
Location: TX (Project TBD)
Employment Type: Internship, In-person
Timing: Summer, 12-15 weeks*
*can be flexible depending on college move-out/move-in schedules
Overview:
As a Mechanical Field Engineer Intern, you will engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity while applying standard engineering techniques & procedures. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or another Engineering or Construction-related field and will be strongly considering a career in power generation or large-scale/industrial construction following graduation.
Position Summary:
Join Gemma’s growing construction team! The Mechanical Field Engineer Intern is primarily responsible for supporting construction activities by planning, organizing, & implementing the project controls system, assisting with subcontracts & material management, and supporting purchasing & scheduling. Candidates should possess a commitment to top quality and an unwavering work ethic, be able to identify conflicts & provide solutions, and have a vast attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
Understand the Scope of Work (SOW), contract, plans, and specifications. Identify discrepancies and obtain resolution.
Support technical interface between the site, the Project Engineering Manager (PEM), and the Engineer of Record (EOR).
Assist Field Engineers with their support of the General Superintendent and Discipline Superintendents with work planning & problem resolution.
Monitor field changes and provide redline drawings of the as-built conditions.
Interface with subcontractors as assigned by the General Superintendent.
Track schedule progress and provide quantitative tracking of work progress weekly.
Expedite testing reports, review for specification compliance, and provide to Quality Control.
Provide documentation for change order requests.
Inspect delivered materials with QA/QC site representative to ensure project requirements are met.
Generate, track, and sign-off on mechanical punch list items.
Integrate all required mechanical documentation for turnover packages for Commissioning.
Assist Start-Up team during checkout and PEM during Performance Tests.
Prepare material requisitions for discipline Superintendents.
Generate and track RFI’s pertaining to assigned discipline on the project.
Track & record lessons learned.
The above job responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Desired Qualifications/Experience:
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Power Engineering, or another Engineering or Construction-related area of study.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft programs, particularly Excel.
Highly motivated…