Mechanical Engineer, Entry Level
The Mechanical Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for designing mechanical building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection from concept through construction administration. This role involves preparing detailed engineering calculations, reports, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to create sustainable, code-compliant building designs. The position supports integrated design efforts aimed at elevating the human experience through innovative and environmentally responsible engineering solutions.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client’s engineering team is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support the design and delivery of HVAC, plumbing, and fire-protection systems for commercial and public building projects.
- Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation policies
- Develop HVAC, plumbing, and fire-protection system designs from concept through construction
- Prepare engineering design calculations and mechanical system layouts to code
- Produce detailed engineering reports and narratives
- Coordinate mechanical system requirements with architecture, structural engineering, and other disciplines
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 0–5 years’ experience at an MEP or building systems firm working on commercial/public projects
- Demonstrated experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire-protection systems for complex projects
Preferred (nice-to-have)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- LEED Accredited Professional or experience with green building rating systems
- Interest or experience in sustainable building design
- Energy-modeling experience (Trace 700 and/or IESVE)
- Experience with BIM workflows (e.g., Autodesk Revit MEP)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $70,000 - $108,000 USD (location- and experience-dependent)
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities
- Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills
Work Model & Culture
- Four-day in-office work model with flexibility to work offsite on Fridays
- Confidential Client is an employee-owned, collaborative engineering and design organization committed to sustainable design goals and interdisciplinary teamwork
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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