As an Engineering Intern I at GCW, you will have the opportunity to work on entry-level professional engineering assignments from the designs of others, compile data, perform elementary design computations, and prepare engineering plans.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with design and planning of engineering projects under supervision of the Project Manager.
• Assists with report preparation, modeling, calculations, drawing preparation and revisions, and review of shop drawings and requests-for-information.
• Interacts, as directed, with clients on an intermittent basis and gathers information from government agencies as needed.
• Assists with the preparation of cost estimates.
• Assists with study plans.
• Conducts research and preparation of draft technical specifications for review and approval by Project Manager.
• Submits requests, as directed, to appropriate government agencies.
• Works closely with CAD Technicians, Designers, other E.I.'s, and college interns to assist and complete project goals and deadlines.
• Attends in-house training programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possesses ability to apply engineering principles to evaluate and solve basic engineering problems.
• Working knowledge of CAD Civil 3D software and Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and Project).
• For some departments, specific working knowledge of ArcGIS software and/or WaterCAD is preferred.

Structural Division:

• Design bridges utilizing AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Manual
• Design buildings utilizing IBC
• Design retaining walls
• Design flood control structures including detention basin infrastructure, junction structures
• Design water reservoirs and pump stations
• Perform structural analysis

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual has to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and ExperienceRequirements:

• Master of Science degree in an appropriate engineering discipline is preferred.
• A candidate with a Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate engineering discipline and actively pursuing a masters with an emphasis in structural engineering may be considered.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam: EI certificate.

Please note this job description is designed to contain a listing of essential activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee to successfully perform this job. This list is not meant to be an all-inclusive list as duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is not intended to create or imply an employment contract; the employee/employer relationship remains at-will.

About GCW

GCW delivers the future of infrastructure through innovation and sustainable solutions for our community. Since 1969, we have grown and developed a team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and designers to provide the versatility our clients need, partnered with experience that matters. Ranging from private development and municipal infrastructure to aviation and water/wastewater facilities, GCW serves clients by providing planning, surveying, and engineering services with the demonstrated ability to tailor an approach and methodology to successfully complete every project.