DCI Engineers - Portland, OR

DCI Engineers, a leading structural and civil engineering consulting firm, has an opportunity for a part-time, Structural Engineering Intern for the fall of 2025 in our Portland, OR office. We provide unique and challenging learning opportunities for interns to gain experience and develop expertise in a collaborative and rewarding environment. 

With 20+ offices around the U.S., at DCI Engineers you are sure to find your adventure with a great group of people and a lifestyle you crave. We understand the importance of work/life balance and how your free time activities fuel your professional productivity and creative mojo.

For over 35 years, DCI has been challenging our employees to step outside the box to provide innovative solutions and value to projects, while forging great relationships with clients.

If you're looking to work with fun, enthusiastic, and intelligent folks in a collaborative and rewarding environment, come be a part of DCI!

 As a seasonal intern, you can expect your work responsibilities to include:

• Construction support services in the form of shop drawings or submittal review
• Construction support site visits
• Revit detailing
• Preliminary structural analysis and design on a variety of projects and construction types

Requirements:

• Effective communication skills
• Civil or Architectural Engineering degree in progress from an ABET accredited university preferred
• 3rd or 4th year undergraduate degree or master’s degree in progress

DCI Engineers – Portland

DCI Engineers, a leading structural and civil engineering consulting firm with 20+ offices across the United States, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to join our dynamic team as a full-time Senior BIM Designer in our Portland office.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in structural design, deep expertise in Revit, and a passion for leveraging Building Information Modeling (BIM) to produce accurate and coordinated 3D models of structural systems. The successful candidate will work closely with structural engineers, architects, and other design professionals to integrate and coordinate structural designs within the overall building model. The ideal candidate brings significant experience with BIM tools, a solid understanding of structural systems, and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities of a BIM Designer:

• Create, manage, and update 3D BIM models and 2D drawing for structural systems (e.g., steel framing, concrete) using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Work closely with structural engineers, architects, and other design disciplines to ensure structural designs are fully integrated into the overall building model.
• Use BIM tools to perform clash detection, identify design conflicts, and work with other disciplines to resolve issues, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Produce structural drawings, details, and schedules directly from Revit models, ensuring compliance with project specifications and company standards.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure model and drawing accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established standards.
• Develop and maintain structural templates, part family libraries, and modeling standards to optimize workflow and ensure design consistency.
• Stay current with the latest trends in Revit, BIM, structural design, and software tools, and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and team capabilities.
• Provide technical support to project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure proper implementation of structural designs and resolve any technical issues.

Requirements for a BIM Designer:

• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in structural systems design, with specialized training in BIM.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in structural design or drafting with a strong focus on BIM modeling and coordination.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Solid knowledge of structural systems, including steel, concrete, and wood framing, along with a strong understanding of design and construction principles.
• Experience with clash detection and coordination in a BIM environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• BIM certification is a plus.
• LEED or other sustainability certifications are a plus.

At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll discover a team that values collaboration, adventure, and a lifestyle you crave. We understand that a healthy work/life balance is essential, and we believe your time outside of work fuels your productivity and creative mojo.

For over 35 years, DCI has been challenging our employees to step outside the box to provide innovative solutions and value to projects, while forging great relationships with clients.

DCI offers competitive wages and benefit packages, along with opportunities for other incentives.

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
• Tax-advantaged savings account options
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability policies
• Voluntary Short-term Disability, Life, AD&D and Supplemental options
• 401(k) with an annual Company contribution
• 8 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits (where available)
• Health & Fitness Program
• Cell phone benefits
• Bonus earning opportunities
• Seminar and licensing reimbursements

DCI Engineers – Portland, OR

DCI Engineers, a leading structural and civil engineering consulting firm with 20+ offices spanning the United States, has an opportunity for a full-time Structural Project Engineer in its Portland, OR office.

Responsibilities of a Structural Project Engineer:

• Perform and coordinate the structural design of assigned projects under the supervision of the Project Manager
• Collaborate with BIM Designers to produce structural construction documents and draft details in REVIT
• Assist Project Managers with Construction Support, including shop drawing review and answering RFIs
• Be attentive to details and provide accurate construction documents
• Progressively grow your technical knowledge through both internal project experience and continuing education

Requirements for a Structural Engineer:

• 0-3 years of structural engineering experience, as it relates to building design
• Working knowledge and project experience using steel, concrete, wood, mass timber and masonry design materials
• Experience designing all categories of seismic and gravity framing systems for building and material type
• Experience designing all categories of gravity framing and wind resisting systems
• Basic knowledge of design/build codes, such as the AISC, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 41 and ASCE 7
• Working knowledge of structural analysis software, such as RISA 3D, RAM, ETABS, Enercalc, etc.
• Ability to manage your time, juggling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Desire to provide excellent service and build client relationships
• Maintain a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Effective communication skills
• Possess a state-issued Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
• Structural/Civil/Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university, preferred
• Master’s degree preferred

At DCI Engineers you are sure to find your adventure with a great group of people and a lifestyle you crave. We understand the importance of work/life balance and how your free time activities fuel your professional productivity and creative mojo. 

For over 35 years, DCI has been challenging our employees to step outside the box to provide innovative solutions and value to projects, while forging great relationships with clients.

DCI offers competitive wages and benefit packages, along with opportunities for other incentives.

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
• Tax-advantaged savings account options
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability policies
• Voluntary Short-term Disability, Life, AD&D and Supplemental options
• 401(k) with an annual Company contribution
• 8 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits (where available)
• Health & Fitness Program
• Cell phone benefits
• Bonus earning opportunities
• Seminar and licensing reimbursements