Facilities Science Intern: Field Research & Building Forensics

Engineering Consulting Service

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 28,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) is seeking a field-oriented candidate in Chantilly, VA to support facilities investigations and related services at existing sites. You’ll gain hands-on experience with roofing, waterproofing, EIFS, anchor testing, coring, scanning, sampling, leak investigations and forensic studies.

You will collaborate with site contractors, technicians, and project managers, while pursuing an engineering-related degree.

Qualifications

Actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related degree.
Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures.
Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed.

Responsibilities

Conduct field observations associated with existing facilities.
Performing facilities related services including roofing and waterproofing, fireproofing and firestopping, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), anchor testing, coring, scanning, material sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations.
Interacting and communicating effectively with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers