Engineering - Intern

ENGINEERING INTERN

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities.

Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service.

From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Purpose

The Engineering Intern role supports the engineering team with technical tasks, project execution, and day-to-day responsibilities.

This role applies academic knowledge to real-world challenges while gaining hands-on experience, learning EFCO's systems, and contributing to engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and Engineering (75%)


* Support project engineering and drafting activities for presale and contracted work.


* Assist with layout drawings, equipment selection, and quantity take-offs.


* Work under the supervision of experienced team members to meet project specifications, accuracy, and safety expectations.


* Apply strong mathematical reasoning and technical proficiency to contribute to high-quality solutions that align with EFCO standards.

Training and Standards (25%)


* Complete required onboarding, safety training, and EFCO process orientation.


* Learn and implement EFCO's drafting and engineering practices.


* Communicate ideas clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, while demonstrating accountability and a commitment to continuous learning.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Core Competencies


* Communication: Communicates effectively verbally and in writing, producing clear, concise, and professional content and adapting style to audience and setting.


* Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.


* Mathematics: Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job-related functions.


* Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.


* Responsibility: Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.

Qualifications


* Education: Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.


* Computer Skills: Familiarity with Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) systems required.

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