Engineering Intern

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a summer intern to help support our growing business. We offer the opportunity to work with a dynamic team on the evaluation of structures through diagnostic load testing, structural monitoring, nondestructive evaluation (NDT/NDE), and engineering services. Our 10-week program is designed to provide students and recent graduates with hands-on field experience, unique travel opportunities, and real-life application of the latest technology. 

What You’ll Do:

Engineering Tasks

• Exposure to aspects of the various project types, supporting technicians and engineers in design, field implementation, analysis, and reporting.
• Review and understand instrumentation project plans and testing documents to be able to execute overall project requirements and scope.
• Assist with making engineering decisions while on job sites to ensure a safe and effective field deployment.
• Use the latest technology from our in-house SOUNDAR to Ground Penetrating Radar. Learn how to collect, refine, analyze, and present data to clients. 
• Update documents and photos upon project completion and provide lessons learned to the team.

On-Site Installation/Project Support  

• Gain hands-on experience in installing strain gauges, sensors, and data loggers. Take your experience to the next level through data collection, analysis, and systems testing. 

• On-site training with the various technologies used for structural evaluation including sensor installation, data acquisition, and various NDE technologies.
• Perform real time data collection and long-term system installations.

• Work directly with project managers on project coordination, planning, and logistics. Follow and execute project plans on budget and on time.
• Get on the production floor and learn how build and test instruments so they are ready for installation.
• Consistently evaluate processes and procedures and recommend cost-saving ideas.
• Review or complete client facing documentation (calibration sheets, leaflet, etc.). 
• Consistently evaluate processes and procedures and recommend cost-saving ideas.
• Other duties as assigned. 

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Desire to learn and grow within our industry and company
• Desire to do more than sit behind a desk. Willingness to travel and conduct field work
• Ability to roll up your sleeves and do hands-on work
• Ability to work both independently and contribute to team collaborations and outputs  

You Are: 

• Passionate about a long-term career in engineering 
• A natural self-starter who prides themselves on delivering quality products  
• A critical thinker who will challenge us to be better every day 
• An effective communicator, especially written communication 

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
• Experience or willingness to learn safe operation of power tools and testing equipment.
• Willingness to work outside in conditions including extreme heights (up to 200 ft), working near/over water, and various weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel across multiple states to conduct fieldwork (approximately 50%).

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $24 - $26 per hour and overtime eligible

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Salary : $24 - $26