Civil/Structural Engineering Co-Op

UEC; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

UEC in Tennessee is seeking a civil/structural engineering intern to perform design tasks under supervision, assist in larger projects, and help develop cost studies. The role requires enrollment in a Civil Engineering program with structural coursework, basic CAD skills (AutoCAD or MicroStation), and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

You'll work with the drafting group to ensure standards, prepare preliminary designs and material take-offs, and participate in files, scans, and general

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil Engineering Bachelor or Master program.
• Structural coursework preferred for internships or co-ops.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or both.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil/structural design assignments under supervision.
• Assist in designing larger and more complex civil/structural projects.
• Utilize department design and drafting standards.
• Help develop conceptual layouts and cost studies for efficient engineering solutions.
• Produce estimate-level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Assist with detailed design calculations and sketches for construction materials.
• Contribute to designs emphasizing efficiency and client expectations.
• Support the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing issues.
• Assist with filing, print scanning, copying, and other department support tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing all aspects of civil/structural design assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical methods under general supervision.
• Assisting in the design of larger and more complex civil/structural projects.
• Utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Helping develop conceptual layouts and cost studies to determine efficient engineering solutions.
• Producing estimate-level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
• Assisting with detailed design calculations and sketches for construction materials.
• Contributing to designs that emphasize efficient material use, ease of construction, and client expectations.
• Supporting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing issues.
• Assisting with filing, print scanning, copying, and other departmental support tasks.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master of Science Degree Program in Civil Engineering at an accredited university; structural coursework required for structural engineering internships or co-ops.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD, Microstation, or both.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health insurance benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Matching retirement contributions through 401(k).