CO-OP/INTERN MSD - WASTEWATER TREATMENT (ENGINEERING, HVAC, PLC, & SCADA))

MSD WASTEWATER TREATMENT - (ENGINEERING, HVAC, PLC, & SCADA)
 
Mission: 

To establish a partnership with colleges and universities, exposing as many students as possible to employment opportunities in the Wastewater Industry and to help them become experienced professionals in the next generation workforce.
 
Purpose:  

Co-ops will aid Wastewater Treatment Maintenance division engineers on a variety of efforts ranging from supporting operations/ maintenance staff, process equipment and system design, capital project review, drafting/solid modeling, contractor coordination, and SCADA applications, including: 

Project coordination, planning, or design for capital wastewater treatment projects and smaller divisional asset management projects for process improvements and replacements involving HVAC, compressed air, liquid and solids conveyance and management, electrical improvements, and wastewater treatment plant facility infrastructure.  A majority of the work assignments will be located at MSDGC’s main wastewater treatment plant at Mill Creek, but some may be at any one of the eight other outlying District facilities including Little Miami and Muddy Creek.  

Specific tasks can include: Work in AutoCAD to update underground piping dwgs using current fiber optic information from Evans St. gate to Chemical Unloading bldg., backup power feed from final disinfection bldg. to the substation, potable water line surveys, and utility investigation at the former grit bldg.; work in AutoCAD to update CIP reference map & index to contract map; Mill Creek ash slurry lagoon replacement project; Incineration access door skin temperature insulation calculation, Mill Creek grit building’s skimmings process bag drainage design upgrade, Mill Creek dewatering collection bin camera specification and installation; evaluate changeout from Periflow brand to Blue-White brand peristaltic pump application at the Mill Creek Disinfection bldg. 

WWTP walkdowns and inspects, identifies, and addresses wastewater process equipment service requests, preventative and/or corrective actions [s], installation or repair facilitation, startup, and closeout.  This may include both design and process support tasks that manifest during day-to-day routine operation or maintenance performance.  

Defining hardware configuration by configuring the hardware components of the PLC system, including specifying the input and output modules, communication modules, and other devices connected to the PLC.  Integrating I/O devices by connecting and configuring various input and output devices such as sensors, actuators, motors, and drives, to the PLC ensuring proper signal handling and interfacing.  Documentation of PLC programming, design, functionality, and any modifications made. 

Overview: 
Throughout the course of the year a number of college students will join MSD’s staff for a cooperative experience. Under direct supervision of the project manager, the Co-Op will perform assigned work by applying established engineering principals and theories to practical applications. The co-op will interact with other plant personnel, including management, administrative, operations, and maintenance staff.

Expectations: 

Through hands-on experience and collaboration with experienced professionals, the student will deepen their understanding of the data lifecycle, asset maintenance strategies, and the overall impact of their work on the efficiency and effectiveness of our asset management efforts. This supportive learning environment will equip the student with practical skills and knowledge that are directly applicable to their future career in the field.

Learning Deliverables and Milestones:
 

Fall Semester 2024:
 
 
Deliverables 

• Budget:

Desk phone, computer

Salary of student for the duration of their semester (roughly 15 weeks)

• Logistics:

Student’s workstation will be in the Mill Creek WWTP CMF Building or adjacent offices. 

• Training:

            The student must be trained on city policies, rules, regulations. 

• Deliverables:  Task or effort specific and an end of semester report
  
   

            Milestones 

Orientation                                                        (week #1)

Needs Assessment                                           (week #2)

Begin Project Work                                           (weeks #1 - 3)

Project Manager and co-op will work together to develop a working document that defines projects and timelines that ensures that project goals and objectives will be achieved. The projects will be tailored to suit the student’s interests as available.

Continuation of Project Work                             (weeks #4 - 14)

Investigate solutions, gather information from various sources, and work as necessary to complete project deliverables as well as possible additional ideas on project solutions.

• Perform mid-term review of project schedule and timeline at week #8. Make necessary adjustments to meet project objectives and project manager’s expectations.

Prepare Final Documentation and Report Out      (weeks #15 - 16)

Conclude projects, tasks, and activities, where possible.

Provide documentation and discuss with necessary parties to enable continuation of unfinished work.

Summarize and evaluate lessons learned.

 

CO-OP LEARNING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - GENERAL
 

• General Requirements:
  
  •    Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel
  •    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  •    Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
  •    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  •    Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  •    Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and techniques

CO-OP LEARNING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - DESIRED

Education:  Preferred, but Not Required:
   

• Must currently be a college student actively taking college classes in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

HR Contact: Jerrold Ware, Jerrold.Ware@cincinnati-oh.gov