CPT Structural Engineer Jobs
Structural Engineer CPT roles place you on licensed PE-supervised teams designing load-bearing systems, running finite element analysis, and producing stamped drawings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly fulfill a degree requirement in civil or structural engineering.
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Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction on structural projects like bridges, retaining walls, and other structural design efforts related to public and/or private bridge projects.
- Prepare bridge/structural plans, specifications and estimates for clients.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Structural Interns will learn one or more software programs: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Mechanical, Electrical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction on structural projects like bridges, retaining walls, and other structural design efforts related to public and/or private bridge projects.
- Prepare bridge/structural plans, specifications and estimates for clients.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Structural Interns will learn one or more software programs: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Mechanical, Electrical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
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Get Access To All JobsStructural Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Structural Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the position directly fulfills a required or elective course in your civil or structural engineering program. Your DSO will assess whether tasks like load analysis, structural modeling, or drawing production integrate with your curriculum. Roles that involve only administrative or non-engineering work typically don't qualify, so review the job description carefully before your DSO meeting.
Can I do CPT at a small structural engineering firm?
Firm size doesn't affect CPT eligibility, but smaller firms may not have an HR process for onboarding F-1 students. Confirm the firm is enrolled in E-Verify and that a licensed PE will supervise your work. Your I-20 update requires an employer name and address, so the firm needs to provide that documentation before your DSO can authorize your CPT.
What happens if my CPT role shifts to a different project site?
CPT is authorized for a specific employer and typically a specific location listed on your I-20. If your firm reassigns you to a project at a different address, notify your DSO immediately. Depending on your school's policy, you may need an I-20 amendment. Working at an unauthorized location can be treated as unauthorized employment, which carries serious F-1 status consequences.
How do I find Structural Engineer employers who regularly hire CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists employers with documented LCA filing history for structural engineering roles, which signals experience sponsoring international workers. Filtering by role and filing activity helps you prioritize firms that already understand work authorization rather than spending time educating employers from scratch during the offer process.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT use eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against your OPT. If you're planning to use CPT across multiple semesters for a Structural Engineer role, track your cumulative full-time hours carefully with your DSO to protect your OPT.