What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
Our GTP site in Towanda PA specializes in recycling tungsten and manufacturing premium quality tungsten powders—the essential first step in producing high-performance materials for global applications. We proudly support the U.S. aerospace and defense sectors by supplying strategic resources critical to national security and advanced manufacturing.
Join a highly motivated team in Towanda, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Position type: Hourly
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete at least one plant engineering project with guidance and mentorship from experienced engineers.
- Read and interpret single-line diagrams and electrical drawings.
- Assist with engineering calculations, equipment specifications, and electrical system design activities.
- Evaluate and justify electrical equipment and component selections based on technical, operational, and cost requirements.
- Interact and coordinate with contractors daily on electrical construction and facility improvement projects.
- Learn and apply plant engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Assist with interpreting and applying National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
- Learn and apply PLC, HMI, and industrial network configuration, troubleshooting, and programming concepts.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and system performance.
- Participate in and learn industrial electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc flash awareness, and safe work procedures.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology and/or equivalent.
- Interest in power systems, industrial electrical design, automation, controls, and manufacturing operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with NEC/OSHA Regulations is a plus
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and network systems is a plus
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Requirement for All Co-op/Intern Positions:
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- Available to complete the entire 3-6 month assignment
- Have the right to work in the U.S. without restriction
- Outstanding problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing/verbal communication and presentation skills
- Accomplished computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and database experience
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work in cross-functional teams to deliver concrete project deliverables in a timely manner
What you’ll Gain
- Exposure to industrial power, controls, and electrical engineering applications
- Mentorship from experienced electrical engineers
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ownership of a meaningful engineering project
- Experience working with contractors, operations, and maintenance personnel
- Practical application of NEC requirements and industrial safety practices
Internship available for summer 2027, 3-6 months.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Plansee Group USA
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Available to complete the entire 3-6 month assignment
- Have the right to work in the U.S. without restriction
- Meet applicable ITAR eligibility requirements as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or authorized individual
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- Strong work ethic and ability to deliver project outcomes on schedule
- Accomplished computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database experience
- Interest in power systems, industrial electrical design, automation, controls, and manufacturing operations
- Familiarity with NEC and OSHA regulations
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and network systems
What We Do
The Plansee Group We specialize in the processing of molybdenum and tungsten. Ceratizit processes tungsten carbide into tools. Plansee processes molybdenum and tungsten metals into semifinished products and components. The supply of our key raw materials molybdenum and tungsten is also guaranteed. Global Tungsten & Powders supplies tungsten and tungsten carbide powder both to the Plansee Group as well as to external customers. Molymet supplies molybdenum powder
