2027 Summer Internship - Project Design

Tippmann Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Tippmann Group in Fort Wayne, Indiana is seeking a Project Design Intern who will join the design team and work with a mentor, sales, estimating, and project management during the sales cycle and construction.

You will develop site and facility design options using CAD, 3D modeling and BIM, assist with cost estimations, modify designs as needed, and present solutions to Tippmann Leadership while gaining hands-on industry experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or related drafting software.
• Knowledge of 3D Modeling and BIM concepts.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with limited supervision.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel).
• Understanding of industrial facility/site design areas preferred.
• Knowledge of Food Processing and Distribution industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design team to understand client needs.
• Translate requirements into site and facility design options.
• Use CAD, 3D Modeling and BIM to develop designs.
• Assist Estimating with project costs and allowances.
• Modify designs to resolve open elements and issues.
• Support Project Management during construction.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D modeling

BIM concepts

Communication

Leadership

MS Excel

Site/design understanding

Food processing/distribution knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Project Design Interns quickly become involved in the day to day design activities at Tippmann Construction. They team directly with their mentor and work closely with the Tippmann Construction Design Team, Sales, Estimating, Project Management, and Leadership teams during the sales cycle and the construction process. They are responsible for being one of the key resources focused on developing site and facility solutions, drafting options, incorporating project design needs, assisting with project planning and cost estimations, and presenting the options to Tippmann Leadership.

Core Responsibilities:

• Work with the Tippmann Construction Design Team and Sales Leadership to understand the clients business, operational processes, and their facility design needs and wants
• Translate business requirements into the site and facility design options for the impacted stakeholders
• Utilize CAD, 3D Modeling, and BIM tools to develop detail site and facility designs, insuring designs meets all stakeholder needs and wants
• Assist in providing the correct information to Estimating for the purpose of developing project costs, including optional designs, alternates, and allowances
• When requested by the customer or Design Team member, modify design options and drive resolution on open design elements and issues
• Support Tippmann Project Management teams throughout the construction process
• Other duties as required by the project

Skills and Capabilities:

• Progressing toward a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Engineering and Technology, Construction Management, Computer Graphics Technology or related degree
• Proficiencies with AutoCad or related drafting technology
• Understanding and experience with 3D Modeling and BIM concepts
• Strong internal and external communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership in driving decisions among a team of individuals
• Track record of positive job/school performance, attention to detail and results-oriented experience
• Self-starter, highly motivated and require limited supervision
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite of products including MS Excel
• Understanding of industrial facility and site design including architectural, mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and equipment layout preferred
• Knowledge of the Food Processing and Distribution industry preferred

Other:

• Position is paid.
• Position based at the Tippmann Group Corporate office in Ft. Wayne, Indiana
• Occasional travel to project locations may be required
• Expense program for eligible travel, meals, and lodging
• The candidate must pass a pre-employment background and license check

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