Structural Engineer Intern

This role is in Des Moines, IA. 

Who We Are:

LeMar Industries is a subsidiary of Brock Grain Systems, which is a division of CTB, Inc. – a Berkshire Hathaway Company. CTB’s core purpose is Helping to Feed a Hungry World® through several business units that manufacture and supply systems and solutions primarily for the agricultural supply chain. LeMar complements Brock’s line of grain storage, handling, conditioning and drying, and structural systems by providing Leadership Through Innovation® with grain sweeps, towers and catwalks for grain bins. LeMar also offers temporary grain storage solutions and specialty fabrication services for the agricultural and aggregate industries. To continue our strong reputation, we need talented people looking to grow their careers while working toward our global mission. We hope you will join us in this journey!

What You Will Accomplish: 

As the Structural Engineer Intern, you will be a vital member of the LeMar Engineering team and designing high-quality structural products for our customers.

What You Will Do:

• Explore and develop ideas for updating or enhancing current structural product lines.
• Update sample calculations for structural product lines.
• Design and build tools to enhance efficiency and speed of project estimating, quoting, and design processes.
• Learn how to apply building codes such as ASCE 7, IBC, OSHA 1910, etc. 
• Gain real world experience calculating structural loads and strengths of steel members & connections, reading and interpreting structural drawings, and validating weld details, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Observe and learn from steel fabrication process – taking engineered designs and following them through production. 

Position Requirements:

• Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an interest in Structural Engineering. 
• Experience: Some structural analysis & design experience helpful.
• Certification(s): n/a
• Functional Skills: Completion of an Engineering Statics course; Structural Steel Design I is a plus. 
• Technology Aptitude/Skills: Proficient with MS Excel; Previous use of CAD drawing software preferred. 
• Language Skills: Solid verbal and written communication skills. 
• Leadership/Behaviors: Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative; Creative outlook with a passion for learning; Comfortable interacting with customers. 
• Culture Match Behaviors: Ethical & respectful; values open communication; Comfortable initiating dialog to help identify solutions; Supportive team player; can-do attitude.

Other Important Information:     

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Core Hours: 7:30a-4:00p (schedule somewhat flexible – will work roughly 8 hours within that timeframe)

Typical Work Week: Monday-Friday

Work Conditions: Office and manufacturing/fabrication environment

Travel: Potential visits to customer job sites