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Junior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC / Plumbing

Confidential Client•Consulting
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$59,977
Saint Petersburg, Florida
2 Days Ago

The Junior Mechanical Engineer role focuses on assisting in the design and engineering of HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial and institutional buildings within an MEP consulting firm. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience with Revit and AutoCAD, collaboration with senior engineers, and opportunities for professional growth in building systems design and engineering licensure preparation.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, MEP Consulting Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design and engineering of HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and laboratory projects.
  • Develop engineering layouts, drawings, and construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
  • Perform or support HVAC load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork layouts, and piping design.
  • Assist with BIM coordination, model reviews, and clash detection.
  • Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and other project disciplines.
  • Participate in field surveys and construction site visits to gain practical project experience.
  • Help prepare design documentation and support projects through the construction document phase.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and project teams to develop efficient, code-compliant building systems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • 6 months to 3 years of relevant experience via internship, co-op, or full-time employment in MEP engineering, HVAC design, plumbing design, or building systems.
  • Revit experience strongly preferred; AutoCAD familiarity is beneficial.
  • Exposure to HVAC and/or plumbing design, engineering calculations, building systems, or construction drawings.
  • FE/EIT certification or progress toward taking the FE exam is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within a collaborative engineering environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity

  • Work alongside experienced engineers and learn industry best practices in MEP consulting.
  • Gain hands-on Revit, HVAC, plumbing, and BIM coordination experience across varied commercial projects.
  • Build a foundation for long-term growth toward EIT and PE licensure.
  • Supportive mentorship and professional development opportunities in a collaborative engineering team.

Compensation & Additional Details

  • Estimated salary: $59,977 per year (estimate provided by source).
  • Employment type: Full-time (standard MEP consulting engineering role).
  • Location: Saint Petersburg, FL (on-site responsibilities with occasional fieldwork).

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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