Zap Engineering & Construction Services, Inc.
Provides engineering, construction, and project management services for diverse industries.
Structural Engineer Intern (PA)
Design and support structural components for industrial facilities.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role involves performing structural calculations, coordinating with other discipline engineers, creating site layouts, reviewing vendor drawings, and producing analysis reports. Engineers also collaborate with AutoCAD designers to develop 3D models, construction drawings, specifications, and contractor scopes of work. • Perform structural calculations and coordinate with interdisciplinary engineers and designers. • Develop site layouts, review vendor drawings, and write structural analysis reports. • Create 3D models and construction drawings in collaboration with AutoCAD designers; ensure accuracy. • Draft specifications and contractor scopes of work for pre‑engineered metal buildings and geotechnical projects. • Prepare contractor bid packages, bills of material, review shop drawings, and respond to RFIs. • Core competency: ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and continuous improvement in work.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸structural calculations
- ▸site layouts
- ▸vendor review
- ▸3d modeling
- ▸specification drafting
- ▸bid packages
What You Bring
Work hours follow a standard 40‑hour week, but evenings, weekends, or overtime may be required to meet project needs. The office environment is dynamic, with frequent interruptions, and the position requires regular sitting, hands‑on work, occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 lb. This entry‑level position does not include supervisory responsibilities; work is closely monitored with detailed instructions provided. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. • Entry‑level role requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; no prior experience required. • Key skills: strong written and verbal communication, problem‑solving, self‑direction, basic leadership, and proficiency with engineering software. • Must possess a valid, active driver’s license with a good driving record. • Core competency: communicate ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.
Requirements
- ▸civil eng
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸entry-level
- ▸communication
- ▸problem solving
- ▸driver's license
Benefits
The Structural Engineer 1 internship is located in Bethlehem, PA, within ZAP's East Coast Engineering department. It is a full‑time, day‑shift position (M‑F, 8:00 am‑5:00 pm) classified as exempt, with a salary range of $22.00‑$28.00 hourly and up to 20% travel required. • Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k); accrued PTO; short‑ and long‑term disability; life/AD&D; employee assistance program; Aflac.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time