Kimley-Horn
A multidisciplinary engineering and planning firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors.
Structural Engineering Intern - Transmission Line
Analyze and design high‑voltage transmission line structures using PLS‑CADD and related tools.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Interns will regularly use technical software to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for clients. They will contribute to pre‑construction of high‑voltage transmission line projects, working with steel lattice towers, steel monopoles, reinforced concrete foundations, and 3D modeling of power lines for utilities and developers. Interns will learn and operate PLS‑CADD to model powerlines in 3D, calculate and verify code‑required clearances, perform finite‑element analysis of transmission structures, and produce drawings and calculations for client review. They will also use FAD Tools or LPile to calculate foundation designs, leveraging geotechnical reports and PLS‑CADD models to verify foundation requirements and produce construction plans. Additional duties include preparing high‑voltage transmission line plans, specifications, and estimates, solving complex problems, assisting project managers, and collaborating across disciplines to realize client visions. • Use technical software to analyze, produce, and QC client deliverables. • Contribute to pre‑construction of high‑voltage transmission line projects (steel towers, monopoles, foundations, 3D modeling). • Operate PLS‑CADD for 3D powerline modeling, clearance verification, and finite‑element analysis. • Use FAD Tools or LPile for foundation design calculations and construction plan production. • Prepare transmission line plans, specifications, and cost estimates. • Solve complex problems, support project managers, and collaborate across disciplines. • Learn regulatory requirements for transmission line engineering (federal, state, local).
Key Responsibilities
- ▸3d modeling
- ▸pls‑cadd
- ▸finite‑element
- ▸foundation design
- ▸cost estimating
- ▸client qc
What You Bring
Kimley-Horn is looking for engineering students to join our Salt Lake City, Utah office. This position is on-site and not remote. Interns will develop familiarity with federal, state, and local transmission line regulations and with Kimley‑Horn’s and client practices, procedures, and standards. They will also learn one or more software programs such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, MicroStation, PLS‑CADD, PLS‑Pole, FAS Tools, LPile, and GIS. Candidates must be pursuing an ABET‑accredited bachelor’s or master’s engineering degree in civil and/or environmental, structural, mechanical engineering, or engineering technology. • Gain proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, PLS‑Pole, FAS Tools, LPile, GIS. • Pursuing an ABET‑accredited bachelor’s or master’s in civil/environmental, structural, mechanical engineering, or engineering technology.
Requirements
- ▸autocad
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸microstation
- ▸abet‑accredited
- ▸engineering
- ▸gis
Benefits
Kimley‑Horn emphasizes people, clients, and employees, prioritizing client goals and employee growth. The firm’s culture fosters an environment where everyone can flourish, reflected in strong employee retention, a robust benefits package, and 18 years on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work” list. • Join a firm recognized for employee-focused culture, strong retention, comprehensive benefits, and 18 years on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work” list.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time