Structural Engineering Intern - Transmission Line

Kimley-Horn • Greenwood Village, CO

23h • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Greenwood Village, Colorado (CO) office! This is not a remote position.

Requirements

• In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
• Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Engineering Technology

Responsibilities

• Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
• Contribute to the pre-construction on high voltage transmission line projects that utilize both structural and civil skill-sets. Projects may include steel lattice towers, steel monopoles, reinforced concrete foundations, and 3D modeling of power lines for public utilities and private developers.
• Learn and operate Powerline System's in PLS-CADD software for 3D modeling of powerlines. Within the software, calculate and verify code-required clearances are met and perform finite-element analysis of transmission structures. Produce drawings and calculations for review and submittal to clients.
• Learn and operate FAD Tools or LPile software to perform calculations for different foundation designs for powerlines. Utilize geotechnical report and PLS-CADD model to verify requirements for project foundations and produce construction plans.
• Prepare high voltage transmission line plans, specifications and estimates for clients
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations pertinent to transmission line engineering, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Structural Interns will learn one or more software programs: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, Microstation, PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, FAS Tools, LPile, and/or GIS

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees