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CB&I

Designs and builds energy storage facilities

Welding Intern

Structural EngineeringPosted on Nov 11
Internship · Summer 2026Plainfield, IL, USA$26 - $31 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Currently studying toward a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in an engineering discipline, including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Weld, or in Construction Management.
  • Be a junior or senior and have completed at least one upper-level design course applicable to the company's work.
  • Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
  • Demonstrate leadership capability.
  • Proactively identify and solve problems.
  • Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Be mentally agile and able to multitask and manage tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrate negotiating ability, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate business partnering skills and the ability to influence the organization.
  • Be adaptable and agile in learning and contributing to varying environments.
  • Have business and technical acumen and a drive to achieve results.
  • Have written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Be able to work and build credibility across the business, including with senior management.
  • Embrace and promote the company's values and culture, including diversity and inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and exemplify the company's core values and Leadership Competencies.
  • Review and understand industry codes and standards for plate structures and industrial structure design.
  • Perform engineering drawings and calculations on energy infrastructure projects, with individual responsibilities aligned to the specific position.
  • For Mechanical Engineer for Plant Design: Design piping systems using industry codes, standards, and company engineering tools; create engineering calculations, bills of material, and engineering drawings; and assist with bid documents and estimates.
  • For Mechanical Engineer for Process Design: Support Process Design and Equipment Specification, and develop summary reports and presentation documentation.
  • For Mechanical, Civil, or Structural work in Plate Structures Design: Design and analyze plate structures, create calculations, and assist with estimates.
  • For Mechanical, Civil, or Structural work in Construction Design: Design and analyze structural systems; calculate capacity ratings for proprietary equipment; assist with review and rating of proprietary equipment with fall protection anchors; and review construction methods such as crane rigging and lift plans.
  • Regularly reflect, seek feedback, and adapt behaviors for ongoing personal development.
  • Use communication skills appropriate to the environment to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

About the Company

CB&I

Designs and builds energy storage facilities

What this company does: CB&I designs and builds storage facilities, tanks, and terminals for the energy sector, handling large-scale infrastructure projects around the world. How its product works: It covers the engineering design and construction of energy storage solutions, focusing on delivering safe, reliable, and high-performing facilities through end-to-end project execution. How it stands out from competitors: It has a 130-year history and a track record of over 60,000 completed structures, global reach, and the backing of being a McDermott subsidiary, which together support scale, experience, and a strong safety and performance track record. What its goal is: To provide dependable, world-class storage infrastructure while advancing industry standards through steady delivery of large projects and ongoing improvement.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1B
Headquarters
The Woodlands, TX
Founded
1889

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