Engineer I Civil/Structural- Intern

Thinklance LLP; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. seeks a civil (structural) engineer to perform design and engineering activities for power plant upgrades and new projects under senior supervision. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and collaboration with project teams.

Applicants should hold a BS in civil (structural) engineering, know ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, and be proficient in MS Office. Willingness to travel to client sites and work overtime is required.

Qualifications

• BS in civil (structural) engineering from an accredited program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry codes including ACI, AISC, and ASCE 7.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective time management to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.
• Capability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Ability to travel to client sites and perform field and office work.
• Physical ability for equipment walk downs in industrial plant environments, including ladders and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and design activities for power plant upgrades and new projects under senior supervision.
• Apply standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria in evaluations and designs.
• Assist with calculations, modifications, and design development.
• Collaborate with project teams to evaluate conditions and develop design changes to improve plant performance, safety, and reliability.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Travel to client sites

Field and office work

Safety and security compliance

Education

BS in civil (structural) engineering

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing engineering and design activities for power plant upgrades and new power plant projects under senior engineering supervision.
• Applying standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria in evaluations and designs.
• Assisting with calculations, modifications, and design development.
• Collaborating with project teams to evaluate conditions and develop design changes to improve plant performance, safety, and reliability.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• A BS degree in civil (structural) engineering from an accredited program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry codes including ACI, AISC, and ASCE 7 through academic record or work experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.
• Capability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Ability to travel to client sites and perform field and office work.
• Physical ability to perform equipment walk downs in industrial plant environments, including climbing ladders, accessing security-controlled areas, and entering confined and controlled hazardous spaces.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.