Praxis is seeking a part time intern to turn into a full-time position.
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepares preliminary and final engineering plans and exhibits using computer-aided drafting techniques. Prepares basic engineering calculations.
Primary Duties

• Prepares and draws engineering plans and exhibits as directed.
• Makes corrections to drawings directed by Project Engineers, Engineering Associates, and Project Managers.
• Works with company standard styles and formats . Uses appropriate scales for enlargement and reduction.
• Helps maintain the drawing files and hardcopy files in good order.
• Able to perform basic engineering calculations in support of Engineering Associates, Project Engineers, and Project Managers.

Position Requirements

• Education & Experience: High School diploma or equivalent. An in progress B.S. degree in civil or architectural engineering or related field is preferred. No specific experience requirements.
• Motivations: Desire to work in Civil/Structural engineering discipline.
• Skills and Competencies: Familiar with basic structural engineering terms. Demonstrate entry-level competency in the use of computer-aided drafting tools. Able to work under close supervision and follow written and verbal directions. Able to communicate effectively.
• Supervision by Others: Work is closely supervised, particularly at entry level. Requires step by step explanation of drafting and calculation procedures. Progress review at completion of each step.

Position Preferences (not required)

• Coursework: Timber Design, Steel Design, Shallow Foundations, Retaining Wall Design, Structural Dynamics, Structural Seismic Design, Engineering with Excel.
• Motivations: Desire to stay on the central coast.
• Skills and Competencies: Able to self-teach new CAD skills/techniques, modify dynamic blocks, update templates, and help develop new templates. Proficient in Bluebeam.
• Experience: Previous work experience in a deadline-driven field (engineering or non-engineering)