Part-Time Structural Engineering Intern / Design Assistant

Timberland Structural is a residential structural engineering firm based in Littleton, Colorado. We design foundations, framing, beams, remodels, additions, decks, and other structural systems for residential projects throughout Colorado. We are looking for a part-time **Structural Engineering Intern / Design Assistant** to help with residential structural design support under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer. This role is ideal for a civil engineering student, recent graduate, or EIT who wants practical, hands-on experience with real residential structural projects. This is not a high-level theory role. You will be helping with real projects, real drawings, real calculations, and real residential construction details. **Responsibilities** * Review architectural plans and help identify structural design scope * Assist with tributary area and load takeoffs * Prepare beam, header, post, joist, rafter, and ridge beam sizing information * Help organize calculation packages and design notes * Use engineering software, spreadsheets, and span tables under PE supervision * Prepare preliminary structural redline notes for review * Draft simple inspection letters or design summaries from engineer notes * Coordinate with drafting staff to clarify structural design intent * Help build internal standard design tables, checklists, and procedures * Organize project information, questions, assumptions, and calculation outputs **Qualifications** * Current civil/structural engineering student, recent graduate, or EIT preferred * Interest in residential structural engineering * Comfortable reading architectural and structural drawings * Strong math, organization, and attention to detail * Reliable and able to follow written instructions * Able to ask clear questions when something is unclear * Available to work a fixed part-time schedule * Familiarity with wood framing, residential construction, AutoCAD, Revit, Chief Architect, Bluebeam, Excel, or engineering software is helpful but not required **Important Note** All engineering work will be reviewed and approved by a licensed Professional Engineer before anything is issued. This role supports design production and does not carry independent engineering responsibility. **Work Location** * Littleton, CO * In-person training preferred * Hybrid work may be considered after initial training **Benefits** * Flexible schedule * Hands-on experience with real residential structural projects * Direct mentorship from a licensed Professional Engineer * Practical experience with structural drawings, load paths, framing design, foundation design, and calculation packages Pay: $18\.00 - $25\.00 per hour Benefits: * Professional development assistance Application Question(s): * Are you currently a civil/structural engineering student, recent graduate, or EIT? * Are you available to work 10–20 hours per week? * Are you able to work in person in Littleton, CO? * What engineering, drafting, or design software have you used? * Have you worked with residential construction drawings before? * What days/times are you generally available to work? Work Location: In person