Engineering Intern at The ProLift Rigging Company in Lynchburg, VA

Summary: ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. The Engineering Intern will undergo field training and hands-on work on various heavy-lift and heavy transport jobs while developing a strong understanding of safety standards and rigging calculations. Responsibilities: - In field training and hands-on work on a variety of heavy-lift/heavy transport jobs - Attend training and self-study to develop an understanding of crane, rigging, and transport safety, standards, and best practices - Become competent in performing basic rigging calculations and using standard PLR engineering programs including but not limited to: AutoCAD, Inventor, 3-D Lift Plan, MatchCAD, RISA, Excel - Develop working knowledge of ProLift equipment, load charts, features, operational best practices - Work with PLR engineering team in new tool development, design, and testing - Work with PLR Sales team in performing calculations, equipment layouts, site walks, and concept drawings to develop innovative rigging solutions - Work with PLR Project Management and Field teams to develop scope plans that meet PLR standards. Plans should evaluate and optimize safety, feasibility, and efficiency - Support branch teams in any other aspects as needed - Travel to jobsites, projects, and customers as needed - Develop relationships with PLR personnel, customers, and vendors - Gain an understanding of ProLift’s culture, processes, and other personnels’ roles and responsibilities - Work and act in a way that is consistent ProLift’s Mission Statement and Core Values Required Qualifications: - Must be willing to travel - Must be able to perform physical work - Must possess a valid driver's license - Flexibility to work long hours/weekends as needed - Must pass drug test, background check, and fit for duty assessment - Pursing a Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering Discipline from an ABET accredited institution Preferred Qualifications: - Mechanical, Civil, or Construction disciplines are preferred - Experience with CAD modeling and drafting preferred - Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point) preferred Required Skills: CAD modeling, Drafting, Microsoft Office Suite, Engineering discipline knowledge, Analytical skills