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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join their Mechanical Engineering team in Alexandria, VA. This is a hands-on design role focused on HVAC, plumbing, and MEP building systems. You will work under licensed Professional Engineers, support real projects across the design lifecycle, and follow a clear PE-track development plan.

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What You’ll Do

You will contribute to mechanical system design and documentation across government, institutional, and private-sector projects. Typical responsibilities include:

• Develop mechanical plans and details for HVAC, plumbing, and related systems
• Perform engineering calculations and load analyses
• Apply building codes, standards, and project-specific requirements
• Create and review technical documentation, specifications, and submittals
• Support field investigations, testing, and commissioning as needed
• Collaborate with architects and civil, structural, and electrical teams
• Assist senior engineers and take increasing responsibility as your skills grow

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Qualifications

Candidates who are successful in this role typically have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed by the start date
• Revit experience preferred (MEP/Revit exposure is a plus)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work on multidisciplinary teams
• Eligibility to work in the United States and ability to obtain a security clearance

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $62,864 per year (estimated)
• Competitive benefits package including multiple group health plan options
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• 24 days PTO, 5 paid holidays, and 80 hours paid parental leave (birth/adoption)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Work-from-home flexibility / hybrid work options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — employees share ownership in the firm

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About the Client

Confidential Client is a full-service architecture and engineering firm that delivers design solutions for government, institutional, and private-sector clients. The firm emphasizes professional growth, multidisciplinary collaboration, and ownership-minded culture through an ESOP model. The Alexandria office supports regional federal and public-sector projects and offers a strong PE-track mentoring environment.

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Why Apply Through Careertakes

As a third-party recruiter, Careertakes screens and matches candidates to Confidential Client. If selected, you will be employed directly by Confidential Client. Candidates applying through Careertakes may gain access to other matched opportunities on the platform.

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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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