Junior Structural Engineer Intern

UEC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UEC in Raleigh, NC is seeking an entry-level structural engineer to support project design, calculations, and documentation under close supervision.

You will use design software and in-house spreadsheets, coordinate with drafting, and prepare drawings to a high standard while learning from senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed a bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering.
• No minimum experience required.
• Introductory knowledge of engineering mechanics.
• Able to follow instructions and work under close supervision.
• Effective team player in a dynamic environment.
• Flexible with deadlines.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting strict deadlines.
• Highly driven, eager to learn, and ready to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in preparing project designs using the latest codes and standards.
• Perform simple structural design and calculations as directed by senior engineers.
• Use design software, in-house spreadsheets, and prepare manual calculations as required.
• Understand software limitations and verify software output.
• Prepare basic material take-offs.
• Prepare reports and presentations as directed by senior engineers.
• Coordinate with drafting staff to produce finished drawings from sketches and prepare structural drawings and sketches to a high standard.
• Follow company standards and procedures including design and checking.
• Perform other duties of similar nature and level as assigned.
• Exhibit willingness to assist mid and senior level engineers.

Skills

Engineering mechanics (intro)

Team player

Follow instructions

Work under supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Design software

In-house spreadsheets

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist engineers in preparing project designs using the latest codes and standards.
• Perform simple structural design and calculations as directed by senior engineers.
• Use design software, in-house spreadsheets, and prepare manual calculations as required.
• Understand software limitations and verify software output.
• Prepare basic material take-offs.
• Prepare reports and presentations as directed by senior engineers.
• Coordinate with drafting staff to produce finished drawings from sketches and prepare structural drawings and sketches to a high standard.
• Follow company standards and procedures including design and checking.
• Perform other duties of similar nature and level as assigned.
• Exhibit willingness to assist mid and senior level engineers.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled or completed a bachelor's degree program in Structural Engineering.
• No minimum experience required.
• Introductory knowledge of engineering mechanics.
• Open-minded, able to follow instructions, and work under close supervision.
• Effective team player in a dynamic environment.
• Flexible in handling frequent changes in deadlines.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting strict deadlines.
• Highly driven, eager to learn, and ready to take on new challenges.