Structural Engineering Co-op Fall

Brief Description

LJB Inc. specializes in civil and structural engineering, as well as offering geospatial, safety, health, and environmental services to clients throughout North America. For decades, LJB has been the leading firm for innovation and expertise by providing dually registered engineers and certified safety and health professionals across a wide range of industries and markets.

From designing chocolate factory buildings to cryogenic storage facilities, there are multiple challenging and interesting projects that empower employees to “think outside the box” in a great team-oriented environment. LJB offers challenging and rewarding assignments for fall co‑op students in our Dayton, Ohio office. Students work with experienced engineers and are exposed to a variety of civil engineering challenges, and they also get the opportunity to work on real‑world projects in a professional environment.

$20+ an hour

• Assist with design and engineering tasks focused on fall protection systems and related structural solutions.
• Perform routine structural engineering assignments under close supervision, using established standards, procedures, and drawings in accordance with industry best practices.
• Gain exposure to the full design process, including both office‑based planning and documentation as well as field‑based assessment and support.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to support technical design efforts, calculations, and documentation.
• Contribute to engineering reports, sketches, and CAD/BIM drawings under the guidance of senior staff.

• Currently enrolled in a Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering program at an accredited university.
• Must be entering junior or senior year of undergraduate studies at the time of the co‑op.

• Prior academic or internship experience with structural design projects preferred.
• Familiarity with structural design software is required; experience with Revit is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• U.S. citizenship.

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Capable of lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to navigate uneven terrain, ladders, and scaffolding as part of site visits.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any other protected status under applicable law.