Ben Burkhalter
Brandon,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented Electrical Engineering student with strong interest in electrical design and controls. Eager to apply technical knowledge to engineering challenges. Experienced in electrical design, control systems, PLCs, and engineering design software through academic and internship projects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
The Power Source PLLC
Ridgeland, MS
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Coordinated with architects and engineering disciplines to develop precise electrical drawings for multiple projects.
- Navigated project requirements and design changes to create accurate plans that met client specifications.
- Worked extensively in AutoCAD and other various design software.
Engineering Co-Op Student
Cooperative Energy
Batesville, MS
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Fully constructed an Allen-Bradley PLC test bench designed to train technicians and engineers in PLC troubleshooting and controls diagnostics.
- Created control electrical drawings for PLC cabinets, enhancing maintenance and installation processes across the plant.
- Supported DCS and PLC logic modifications using Siemens T3000 and Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, improving plant functionality.
- Developed and modified HMIs for plant use.
- Oversaw a water system project from the plant side, coordinated with project teams and troubleshot issues as they arose.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2027
Skills
- Electrical engineering
- AutoCAD
- Rockwell Studio 5000
- PLC Programming
- HMI design
- T3000 system
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Intern
The Power Source PLLC
05.2026 - 08.2026
Engineering Co-Op Student
Cooperative Energy
01.2025 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Mississippi