About the role#
The ProLift Rigging Company is hiring an Engineering Intern to join our team in Lynchburg, Virginia. This full-time position offers hands-on experience in the industrial construction industry. You will work directly with our engineering, sales, and project management teams to support heavy-lift and transport operations. This is a rolling internship opportunity.
What you'll do#
- Perform field training and hands-on work on heavy-lift and heavy transport jobs.
- Learn crane, rigging, and transport safety standards through training and self-study.
- Complete basic rigging calculations using standard engineering programs.
- Develop a working knowledge of ProLift equipment, load charts, and operational practices.
- Assist the engineering team with new tool development, design, and testing.
- Collaborate with the sales team on equipment layouts, site walks, and concept drawings.
- Work with project management and field teams to create scope plans that meet company standards.
- Travel to jobsites and customer locations as required.
- Build professional relationships with personnel, customers, and vendors.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program for Mechanical, Civil, or Construction Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- Ability to perform physical work and a willingness to travel.
- A valid driver's license.
- Flexibility to work long hours or weekends when the project requires it.
- Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty assessment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Lynchburg, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About The ProLift Rigging Company
The ProLift Rigging Company provides rigging and transport services for industrial projects. Founded in 2019, the firm operates across the United States. It supports sectors such as data center construction, plant maintenance, and overhead crane installation. The organization maintains a workforce of 201 to 500 employees.
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