Civil and Structural Engineer Intern (Spring 2027)
Core
Design and deploy civil/structural infrastructure for autonomous drone charging sites and ground systems.
Role type
Civil/Structural Engineer Intern
Builds
Drone charging sites, foundations, equipment pads, and site infrastructure for UAS operations.
Domain
Autonomous logistics / Drone delivery / Civil & Structural Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Civil or Structural Engineering undergraduate coursework, Structural calculations, Design documentation, Building codes knowledge, Permitting coordination, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Bluebeam proficiency, AutoCAD or Revit proficiency, Site plan development, Building code experience
Technologies
Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit
Responsibilities
Support civil and structural design of new Zipline sites including charging infrastructure and foundations. Perform structural calculations and develop drawings for permitting and construction. Create and adapt reusable design standards for ground-system hardware. Support permitting and regulatory reviews with municipalities and inspectors. Collaborate with Real Estate, Systems Engineering, and Tower Engineering teams on site layout and constructability. Evaluate site-specific engineering challenges to improve safety, cost, and deployment speed.
Seniority
Intern