Structural Co-Op

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering field data
• With supervision, uses design criteria document(s) to meet the project objectives
• Ensures quality and technical accuracy of assigned deliverables
• Follows the BSI Standard Operating Procedures and Client Standards
• With supervision, performs necessary calculations and design effort to prepare deliverables
• Captions work with Designers on a project
• Mets individual schedule and budget objectives on assigned projects
• Assists in capital cost estimating
• Designs structures for steel, concrete, masonry and wood
• With supervision selects appropriate construction materials
• With supervision, participates in construction support, startup and commissioning efforts
• Provides input to identify individual training needs and goals and receives training from others and may attend outside seminars
• Occasionally interfaces with other design discipline counterparts and project management as needed
• Identifies and communicates scope change for discipline
• Continually communicates their individual forecasted staffing requirements for their assigned projects
• Strives to achieve the targeted billability goals for position
• Provides regular updates of individual marketing resume
• When requested, provides timely peer feedback to formal performance reviews

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering
• Completed at least 4 semesters of related engineering courses
• 1 year or less prior experience
• Developing written and oral communication skills
• Strong ability to analyze and critically assess problems
• Understanding structural engineering concepts and principles
• Gaining familiarity with all necessary codes, including but not limited to: IBC, ASCE, ACI 318, AISC and NDS
• Gaining knowledge of construction materials, construction methods and industry standards
• Gaining structural analysis experience including three-dimensional and solid finite element modeling and analysis

Qualifications

Capable of managing multiple tasks, strong analytical skills, understanding of structural engineering concepts and principles, familiarity with relevant codes and industry standards, and experience with structural analysis.

Skills

Proficiency in structural engineering software, excellent communication skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, August - December 2026.

Who We Are

Built on the legacy of Bryan Speicher, BSI is dedicated to creating solutions that improve lives while fostering a culture of innovation, improvement, and impact. We are committed to investing in our employees and the communities we serve.

Our Values

• Be Inspiring
• Be Invested
• Be Improving
• Be Innovative
• Be Impactful
• Be Involved
• Be In Demand

Our Purpose

Create solutions, improve lives.

Our Founding Principles

• Serve the client, satisfy the employee
• Live by the mantra “Serve the client, satisfy the employee”
• Grow and succeed through dedication to company culture, employee appreciation, and well-being
• Carry on the legacy of Bryan Speicher, who envisioned a company that gives back to its employees and community