Barnhart Crane & Rigging · 4 months ago
Intern Engineer
Barnhart Crane & Rigging is a company specializing in lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport solutions. They are seeking an Intern Engineer to assist the engineering team in creating innovative solutions and supporting engineers with various tasks, including AutoCAD modeling and equipment layout drawings.
Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Assist Barnhart Engineering team in creating innovative heavy-lift/heavy-transport solutions
Work as directed by Manager to support Barnhart Engineers in completion of assigned tasks and required deliverables. Work includes, but is not limited to, the following:
AutoCAD/Inventor modeling
Equipment layout drawings
Basic Steel design and calculations
Initiatives that aid in engineering process and proposal creation (ex: reference charts, Excel templates, etc.)
Regular and clear communication with Manager and other Barnhart team members
Local field support as needed
Work and act in a way consistent with the company Mission Statement and Core Values
Develop understanding of all facets of the heavy rigging and transportation industry including:
Equipment Knowledge – Working knowledge of Barnhart equipment, load charts, features, operational best practices, and industry standard rigging equipment (ex: shackles, slings, spreader bars, etc)
People knowledge – Must be familiar with skills and qualifications of Branch Personnel matching those to the required job
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma and pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering discipline from ABET accredited institution
Ability to work both independently and as a team
Must work safely in a fast-paced environment - many times under pressure
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Able to troubleshoot equipment problems and quickly determine corrective actions
Creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements
Proven organizational skills
Ability to confront people when needed and become a leader through example
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Flexibility to work long hours as needed, some weekend work required
Preferred
Experience in construction industry
Mechanical aptitude
AutoCAD and solid modeling experience
Company
Barnhart Crane & Rigging
Since 1969, Barnhart Crane & Rigging has been a trusted partner to industries facing their most complex lifting, rigging, and transportation challenges.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-10-09
Seattle TechFlash
2025-04-09
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