Building Structures Engineer-in-Training
About The Position
KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a motivated Building Structures Engineer-in-Training to join its New York City office. The opportunity is intended for Spring 2027 graduates. KCI is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. The engineer will perform structural analysis and design tasks and develop construction drawings for concrete, wood, and steel structures related to buildings and other vertical construction. Projects may include community centers, low-to-mid-rise buildings, multifamily residential buildings over podiums, high-rise buildings of approximately 30–40 stories, and specialty structures. Assignments may involve engineering design software, BIM documentation, process studies, research investigations, reports, and on-site inspections. The role supports all phases of design as well as construction administration and bidding. The Engineer-in-Training will collaborate with coworkers, clients, contractors, other disciplines, and internal and external partners, and will incorporate feedback from Project or Technical Managers. Work is expected to be completed effectively and on schedule and budget.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 0–2 years of experience.
- General knowledge of design software, including MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Good communication and technical writing skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to maintain required certifications.
- Ability to acquire EIT certification within one year.
- Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Field experience; preferred but not required.
- Previous engineering internships or work experience.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural analysis and design for various engineering tasks.
- Document project designs in deliverables intended for construction.
- Prepare reports conveying results of analysis, feasibility studies, field work, and other technical tasks related to structural design.
- Inspect existing buildings with other staff engineers and document observations and condition-assessment findings.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, contractors, and other disciplines.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners on multidisciplinary design and engineering projects to develop innovative solutions.
- Review input from Project or Technical Managers and make necessary adjustments and corrections to work products.
- Perform work in a timely and effective manner within assigned schedules and budgets.
- Assist with all phases of design, construction administration, and bid-phase work.
- Use engineering design software and BIM software for design and documentation assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Family-friendly benefits.
- Collaborative working environment.
- Training, mentoring, and resources to advance in a career.
- Employee ownership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
