About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to contribute to mechanical systems design for complex commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities. You will work under experienced engineers to learn and apply foundational engineering principles while supporting project delivery from design through construction.

• Perform engineering tasks including field investigations, load and energy calculations, equipment selection, system diagrams, sequences of operation, control diagrams, layouts, and specifications
• Collaborate with drafters, designers, and other engineering disciplines to produce construction documents (drawings and specifications)
• Perform airflow and pressure drop calculations, equipment sizing, and system layout for HVAC and plumbing systems
• Research commercially available equipment and recommend products that meet client needs and project constraints
• Conduct field inspections to verify existing conditions and support construction administration
• Troubleshoot system issues and propose practical, code-compliant solutions
• Communicate clearly with project stakeholders and build productive relationships with team members and industry partners
• Learn and apply multiple engineering calculation methods across projects
• Other duties as assigned under the direction of senior engineering staff

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
• 0–2 years of mechanical engineering design experience (including internships); focus on HVAC, plumbing, and building systems preferred
• Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings
• Experience with Bluebeam helpful; familiarity with SKM, Aspen, or EasyPower is a plus but not required
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound technical judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily indoor office work with approximately 10% time on project/construction sites; PPE (hard hats, etc.) is provided by the firm
• Field work may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, carrying, and climbing ladders of varying heights
• Hybrid schedule available, including the ability to schedule one remote day per week (role is primarily office/site based)

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Compensation & Benefits

Confidential Client offers a competitive compensation package and a broad benefits program.

• Estimated annual salary (job posting): $96,297 (estimated)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance (100% employer-paid for employee)
• Health Savings Account with $1,300 employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life/AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with safe-harbor match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Annual discretionary profit sharing
• Company-provided identity-theft protection
• Paid parking, on-site fitness center, showers & lockers
• Annual wellness reimbursement ($300)
• Paid vacation, sick time & holidays (including a personal float day)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Continuing education and professional membership support
• Flexible hours and hybrid work options

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Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career mechanical engineer to grow technical skills in HVAC/plumbing/system design while working alongside experienced engineers on complex building and campus projects. Confidential Client emphasizes engineering fundamentals, professional growth, work-life balance, and a collaborative culture.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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