Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support HVAC and MEP design for commercial and institutional facility projects. This role is a good fit for an entry-level or early-career engineer with exposure to Revit, AutoCAD, mechanical building systems, and construction documentation.

Role Focus

• HVAC design support for building projects
• Revit and AutoCAD drawing production
• MEP coordination with internal project teams
• Load calculations, equipment schedules, and ductwork layouts
• Construction documents, code review, and project support

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical drawings, models, details, schedules, and construction documents.
• Support HVAC layouts, ductwork routing, equipment selections, and mechanical system design.
• Help prepare heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation calculations, and basic energy code documentation.
• Update drawings based on markups from senior engineers and project managers.
• Coordinate mechanical design with architectural, electrical, plumbing, structural, and civil teams.
• Assist with existing condition reviews, field notes, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Learn internal design standards, quality control procedures, and project delivery workflows.
• Support permitting, bidding, and construction administration activities as needed.

Required Experience

• 0 to 3 years of mechanical engineering or mechanical design experience.
• Exposure to Revit and AutoCAD through work experience, internships, co-ops, or school projects.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems, MEP coordination, ductwork, equipment layouts, or building mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and develop drawings, schedules, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with load calculations, ventilation requirements, mechanical codes, or construction documents.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, coachability, and willingness to learn from senior engineers.

Preferred Experience

• EIT preferred, or interest in pursuing EIT and future PE licensure.
• Internship or project experience with commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, government, or similar facility projects.
• Exposure to hydronic systems, plumbing coordination, energy codes, controls coordination, or equipment selection.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, IMC, or other mechanical design codes is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.