Design-Build Project Engineer Intern (MEP)

Southland Industries, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Leaders mentorship

Team events

Paid housing (some locations)

Potential full-time opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries in Vancouver, WA offers an internship program in design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. A project engineer intern’s primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager in coordinating a project using engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services.

This role focuses on developing skills in design, estimating, and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.

Qualifications

• High integrity and strong work ethic.
• Ability to take initiative and drive tasks to completion.
• Clear communication and writing skills.
• Resourceful problem solving with limited supervision.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support field labor and provide performance feedback.
• Assist in equipment and subcontractor procurement.
• Ensure document control and project records accuracy.
• Coordinate design, trades, and subcontractors.
• Assist in budget analysis and cost projections.
• Support development of project schedules.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Initiative

Strong communication

Resourceful

Problem solving

Quick learner

Positive attitude

Accountability

Collaborative

Active listening

Business writing

Job description

Southland Industries in Vancouver, WA offers an internship program in design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. A project engineer intern’s primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager in coordinating a project using engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services.

This role focuses on developing skills in design, estimating, and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.