Intern - Process Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC, United States Department: Engineering

The Charlotte office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team at the center of critical infrastructure work across the region. Our team supports a large and expanding portfolio driven by strong, long-standing partnership with major utility providers.  This gives our employees consistent exposure to high-impact, technically challenging projects with real visibility.

Because of the volume and continuity of work, team members in Charlotte benefit from both stability and variety—working on meaningful projects while continuing to develop new skills and advance their careers. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, where individuals are empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a tangible difference from day one.

If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be.

Zachry’s Summer Engineering Internship Program gives university students hands‑on exposure to engineering in an EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) environment. Interns work directly with experienced engineers, designers, and project teams who develop solutions for complex industrial facilities, including power generation, refining, chemicals, manufacturing, and major industrial infrastructure.

Interns will support active engineering and construction projects while gaining exposure to field operations, design coordination, and project execution workflows. This program is designed to help students explore their discipline in a real project environment and begin building their professional engineering identity.

At Zachry Group, our mechanical engineers play a critical role in designing and optimizing the equipment and systems that keep industrial facilities running safely and efficiently—from power plants to chemical facilities.

What You’ll Do

Support design and analysis of piping systems, rotating equipment, and thermal systems

Assist in developing engineering deliverables (PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specs)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support FEED and detailed design efforts

Participate in real-world problem solving tied to plant operations, maintenance, and upgrades

Gain exposure to projects in power generation, energy transition, and industrial manufacturing

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience supporting large-scale industrial and energy infrastructure projects

Exposure to how engineering integrates with construction, maintenance, and operations

Mentorship from experienced engineers working across the full project lifecycle

What We’re Looking For

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering  or related fieldwith a minimum 3.0 GPA

Interest in leadership & personal development opportunities

Willingness to relocate for both internship and future full-time opportunities

Support design and analysis of piping systems, rotating equipment, and thermal systems

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support FEED and detailed design efforts

Participate in real-world problem solving tied to plant operations, maintenance, and upgrades

Gain exposure to projects in power generation, energy transition, and industrial manufacturing

Hands-on experience supporting large-scale industrial and energy infrastructure projects

Exposure to how engineering integrates with construction, maintenance, and operations

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering  or related fieldwith a minimum 3.0 GPA