Structural Design Engineer Intern

CSC is seeking a Structural Design Engineer Intern with a focus in Civil (Structural) or Architectural Engineering interested in growth development and working on sophisticated project assignments.

POSITION DETAILS:
Day time schedule
$19 - $20 / hour
Note: position is not eligible for benefits

JOB SUMMARY:
Design and check building components – steel joists and metal deck – in accordance with contract documents to meet industry codes, manufacturing efficiencies, and shop schedules while being consistent with our corporate mission, values and department objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform structural steel design to ensure individual truss members and welds meet the requirements of applicable specifications and codes (SJI, SDI, AISC, AWS, etc.).
• Verify specification of steel deck based on requirements presented in the contract documents.
• Design building components through the use of computer software and supplementary tools.
• Redesign members for greater economy and compare design weight with sales weight to maximize profitability.
• Review contract documents and drafting work for completeness and proper depiction of special loading conditions.
• Generate shop fabrication documents and clarify and resolve questions from the fabrication facility.
• Understand CSC’s products and processes and contribute to improvement activities.
• Communicate and resolve issues with the design team, customer, and field personnel.
• Meet shop schedule requirements and coordinate with project managers for customer requests.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective manner with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering or related field.
• Completion of at least 2 years of coursework preferred.
• Completion of Statics preferred. 
• Completion of Structural Analysis preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• PC skills to include the following software: AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite of Products. Revit or BlueBeam skills a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

• Frequent communication with others to exchange information.
• Frequent repetition of motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Frequent moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasional adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
• Constant use of computer for prolonged periods.
• Constantly thinking and processing information.
• Constantly maintaining concentration and focus on tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• General office environment.
• May require occasional exposure to production area with airborne particles, loud noises, and extreme heat and cold.
• Personal protection equipment is required when entering manufacturing plant.