Engineer-in-Training – Structural (Entertainment Engineering)

Jerseydigs; Woodcliff Lake, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. in Woodcliff Lake, NJ seeks a Structural Engineer-in-Training to assist in engineering tasks for entertainment projects, including temporary stages and rigging, and permanent venue renovations.

The role requires a Civil/Structural Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, 0-2 years of experience, and familiarity with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit. EIT is preferred, with opportunities to advance and grow within the team.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in civil/structural engineering
• ABET-accredited BS in civil/structural engineering required
• Proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit expected
• EIT certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with typical and atypical structural designs for entertainment projects.
• Support design development and site visits for projects in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.
• Prepare technical letters and reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicate progress and scheduling with managers and internal teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

• We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is seeking a Structural Engineer-in-Training to join our Entertainment Engineering team in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. In this role, you will support engineering work involving typical and atypical structures within the entertainment industry, including temporary event and support structures such as concert stages and rigging, theater installations, and outdoor live event structures, as well as permanent structures including entertainment venue renovations, safety evaluations, signage, and theme park structures.

• Performs work involving typical and atypical plans, investigations, and structures within theEntertainment industry. Projectsincludetemporary event structures (concert stages and rigging, theater rigging, outdoor live event structures) and permanent structures (entertainmentvenue renovations and safety evaluations, signage, theme park structures).
• Assignments include but are not limitedto:analysis and evaluation of typical and atypical structures, support of design and design development, participation in site visits, preparation of technical letters and reports, and other related engineering tasks requiring knowledge ofbasicstructural principles.
• Works collaboratively with internal staff and externalpartnerson multidisciplinarydesign/engineering projects.
• Reviews input from Project or Technical Managers and makes the necessary adjustments and corrections to work product.
• Performs work ina timelyand effective manner within assigned schedules and budgets.Ability to manageowntime effectively while juggling multiple assignments and to communicate proactively with managers andinternalproject teamsregardingprogress and potential scheduling conflicts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while working on multipleprojects with varying timelines. Typical workload may include 3+ active projects with turnaround times ranging from days to weeks to months.
• Ability to applyStructuralEngineering fundamentals to non-standard or unconventional structures using practical and creative problem solving.
• Field experience and ability to work with clients, contractors, and otherdisciplines is preferred but notrequired.
• EIT certificationorhave passed theFundamentals of Engineering Examis preferred.
• Coursework, internship experience, or other training in structural engineering isrequired.
• Familiarity with steel design isrequired; wood and aluminum design is preferred.
• Experience with structural software modules such as RISA-3D, SAP2000, etc. is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required, with a structural focus, and demonstrated experience or coursework in structural design is required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• 0-2 Years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program
• General knowledge of required design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Previous internships or work experience in the Engineering field.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Preferred:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification