Structural Engineer

Theuniversityunion; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee life insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wallace Design Collective seeks a Kansas City-based Structural Intern Engineer (EIT) to support design for commercial, healthcare, industrial, and multi-family projects. You will work under licensed engineers, transitioning from theory to real-world solutions and contributing to construction documents and BIM models.

The internship offers exposure to diverse project types, field observations, and opportunities to advance toward licensure while benefiting from Wallace Design Collective’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Passed the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam or scheduled to take it within 6 months.
• Exposure to structural software (RISA-3D, RAM Structural System, SAP2000) and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD.
• 0–2 years in structural design (Internship counts!).
• Strong technical writing skills and a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Structural Analysis: Perform calculations for wood, steel, masonry, and reinforced concrete structures using industry-standard software and hand calculations.
• Design Development: Assist in the creation of construction documents, including drawings, sections, and details.
• BIM Collaboration: Utilize Revit to develop 3D models and coordinate with architectural and MEP partners.
• Site Visits: Participate in field observations and construction administration to see your designs come to life.
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with the project team to resolve technical challenges and ensure code compliance (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI).

Skills

RISA-3D

RAM Structural

SAP2000

Revit

AutoCAD

Structural analysis

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Tools

RISA-3D

RAM Structural System

SAP2000

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Join our Kansas City team as a Structural Intern Engineer (EIT). You won’t just be a "number-cruncher"; you will be an integral part of the design process for a variety of building types, including commercial, healthcare, industrial, and multi-family residential projects.

Working under the guidance of seasoned Licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) and Structural Engineers (SEs), you will transition from academic theory to real-world structural solutions, gaining the diverse experience necessary to fast-track your path to licensure.

• Additional benefits include medical plans, dental, vision, employee life insurance, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts, paid time off, paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Analysis: Perform calculations for wood, steel, masonry, and reinforced concrete structures using industry-standard software and hand calculations.
• Design Development: Assist in the creation of construction documents, including drawings, sections, and details.
• BIM Collaboration: Utilize Revit to develop 3D models and coordinate with architectural and MEP partners.
• Site Visits: Participate in field observations and construction administration to see your designs come to life.
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with the project team to resolve technical challenges and ensure code compliance (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering (with a structural emphasis). A Master’s degree is a plus but not required.
• Certification: Passed the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam or scheduled to take it within 6 months.
• Technical Skills: Exposure to structural software (e.g., RISA-3D, RAM Structural System, or SAP2000) and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD.
• Experience: 0–2 years in structural design. (Internship experience counts!)
• Communication: Strong technical writing skills and a "team-first" attitude.

Summary

Wallace Design Collective believes in helping our clients be successful through the artful application of design principles. Our core purpose is to "make lives better" – for our staff, our families, our professions, and our communities. We want to be seen as an essential partner to our clients and the best design firm to work for by our employees. And we focus each day on trying to accomplish it.

• Wallace Design Collective offers a competitive and comprehensive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents 30 days after their date of hire.
• Insurance options include a choice of 5 different medical plans, dental, vision, and supplemental life.
• Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee, include life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, accident, and short- and long-term disability.
• Wallace offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, and Tuition Reimbursement.