Intern-Reliability Engineer

What this Department does:  The Field Services – Reliability department is a specialized team within the organization focused on enhancing the availability and uptime of equipment (fixed and rotating). We work collaboratively with the operations team to prevent unplanned downtime, minimize customer interruptions and improve overall competitive advantage. RESPONSIBILITIES What you'll do: You can expect to:  * Develop/ execute/learn technology driven maintenance initiatives (condition-based alarms using Seeq/PI/etc.)  * Basic rotating equipment troubleshooting * Create and enhance IotaView/PI dashboards * Document control around new reliability procedures   What you will learn: * To apply academic knowledge for real-world engineering challenges on various rotating equipment including engine, compressor, motor, turbine and pumps * To apply engineering principles to identify and address equipment reliability issues * To expand technical writing capability by developing clear and concise documentation for reliability procedures QUALIFICATIONS What will you bring? Education: Students actively enrolled in an approved Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree program with expected graduation date of December 2026 through May 2028. Experience/Specific Knowledge  * Thermodynamics  * Heat Transfer * System and Vibration   What else you’ll need to know: Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person/remote hybrid at our Lakewood, CO office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.   Compensation And Other Benefits * Pay Range $26.18-$37.09 USD hourly * The final pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and working location. The total compensation package for this role may also include; paid time off, a housing stipend, and more. Who are we? Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. What are we known for? Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last 10 years as a Top Workplace, 7 years in Colorado and 3 years in the USA. Tallgrass has also been recognized for its Leadership and Work-Life Flexibility.  We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.   What do we value? At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support our interns' physical, mental, and financial well-being. What’s in it for you? At Tallgrass you will find: * Industry Competitive Pay * Paid Time Off * Career Pathing and Industry Exposure * Access to real world projects that impact our business * Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry. * A robust internship program that includes trips to our field locations, access to leadership and webinars focused on your skill development.   The fine print: Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.   Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.  This salary range may also be modified in the future.   Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.   EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.