Engineering Intern: Field-Ready CAD & Rigging

The Prolift Rigging Company; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ProLift Rigging is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in heavy-lift and rigging projects at one of our branch locations.

You will work with our engineering team using CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor) and participate in safety training, load calculations, and project planning.

A BS degree pursuit in an ABET-accredited program is expected; travel and long hours may be required; valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Mechanical/Civil/Construction preferred).
• Must be willing to travel.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to perform physical work and work long hours/weekends as needed.
• Drug test, background check, and fit-for-duty assessment required.

Responsibilities

• In-field training and hands-on work on a variety of heavy-lift/heavy transport jobs.
• Attend training to develop understanding of crane, rigging, and transport safety, standards, and best practices.
• Become competent in basic rigging calculations and using standard PLR engineering programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Inventor, 3-D Lift Plan, MatchCAD, RISA, Excel.
• Develop working knowledge of ProLift equipment, load charts, features, operational best practices.
• Work with PLR engineering team in new tool development, design, and testing.
• Work with PLR Sales team in performing calculations, equipment layouts, site walks, and concept drawings to develop innovative rigging solutions.
• Work with PLR Project Management and Field teams to develop scope plans that meet PLR standards. Plans should evaluate and optimize safety, feasibility, and efficiency.
• Support branch teams in any other aspects as needed.
• Travel to jobsites, projects, and customers as needed.
• Develop relationships with PLR personnel, customers, and vendors.
• Gain an understanding of ProLift’s culture, processes, and other personnels’ roles and responsibilities.
• Work and act in a way that is consistent ProLift’s Mission Statement and Core Values.

Skills

Strong technical background

Problem solving & analytical skills

Communication & teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3-D Lift Plan

MatchCAD

RISA

Excel

Job description

ProLift Rigging is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in heavy-lift and rigging projects at one of our branch locations.

You will work with our engineering team using CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor) and participate in safety training, load calculations, and project planning.

A BS degree pursuit in an ABET-accredited program is expected; travel and long hours may be required; valid driver's license is needed.