514 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011
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Structural Engineer – Engineering Intern

Posted: May 11, 2026
Job description Pinnacle Engineering is a structural engineering firm with a reputation for quality work and client satisfaction. Our work includes many types of projects including retail, religious, healthcare, multi-family, and high-end single-family residences. We also do work as specialty structural engineers for structural insulated panels, heavy timber framing, and other structural systems. Our culture/mission is to provide a high-quality work product to our clients with designs that are economical and safe while maintaining a relaxed, quiet, and professional work environment for our employees. Projects are located in forty-eight states, but significant travel is not required. Responsibilities:
  • Structural Design: Provide accurate, appropriately detailed calculations for structural systems typically in steel, concrete, wood and masonry; coordinate with CAD/BIM staff and the project manager for creation of construction documents for these projects in accordance with company standards.
  • Structural Analysis/Investigation: Visit project sites to field measure structure. Investigate existing construction to ascertain structural conditions. Use collected information and provide calculations as necessary to render opinions regarding structural condition and feasibility of additions or renovations as directed by the Client. Provide thorough, professionally written letters and reports documenting work.
  • Software: Model structures in engineering software as necessary to accomplish the work above.
  • Set goals for yourself and develop your engineering skills
  • Report to the project managers to keep them informed on project progress
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in structural engineering, civil engineering or architectural engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering from an ABET accredited institution (Master of Science degree is a plus)
  • Good communications and writing skills
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to quickly and easily adapt to changing priorities
Benefits:
  • Salary based on skills and qualifications (exempt position with straight time pay for overtime)
  • Paid holiday, vacation and sick time off
  • Company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee funded Health Savings Account
  • Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement plan with company matching
  • Company paid continuing education, licensure fees, and membership in professional organizations.
  • Flexible work schedule
Qualified candidates should submit a PDF cover letter specific to this position with a PDF.