Graduate Mechanical Engineer

About Luckett & Farley

At Luckett & Farley, our firm’s vision is simple and enduring: Together, we bring joy to those we serve by design. Everything we do, how we hire, how we lead, how we deliver design to our clients, is measured against that standard. As a 100% employee-owned firm with roots stretching back to 1853, we operate across five market studios, Civic, Distilled Spirits, Higher Education, Hospitality & Corporate Commercial, and Industrial, from our home in Louisville, Kentucky.

Our hybrid, multi-disciplinary team brings architects, engineers, and designers into daily collaboration from across the country, producing award-winning solutions for clients who trust us to deliver design which supports their most ambitious visions.

As an employee-owner at Luckett & Farley, you don’t just work here. You have a stake in what we create together.

Role Summary

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer is part of the mechanical systems design team, building toward expertise in HVAC design under the direction of the Discipline Manager and senior team members. This role designs and documents mechanical building systems, from concept through construction, while developing the technical judgment and client-facing skills that support a growing career at the firm.

The right candidate is curious, organized, and eager to learn, bringing energy and ownership to every assignment while building the habits of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement that define our practice.

Employee

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Design Excellence (Design + Sustainability)

• Designs mechanical building systems, including HVAC, piping, energy management, and plumbing, in support of the project’s overall design intent.

• Develops design concepts and prepares working drawings for new or modified buildings, incorporating them into a final product alongside other engineers, architects, and designers.

• Prepares construction documents for mechanical systems using REVIT, in accordance with the standards of the discipline.

• Builds toward technical expertise in mechanical building systems, assisting project teams and other disciplines in project decisions.

• Applies energy management principles as a standard part of mechanical system design, supporting building performance and efficiency.

• Remains informed of new developments and systems, through research, study, and professional societies, as they influence sustainable design practice across the team.

Productivity & Continuous Improvement (Productivity)

• Manages the workload and deadlines of multiple concurrent projects.

• Reviews project documents for completeness, accuracy, and constructability as part of the firm’s quality control process.

• Produces design work in accordance with established company and industry standards, methods, and procedures within the division.

• Takes extreme ownership of tasks and deliverables, exhibiting a strong sense of personal motivation and urgency.

• Actively supports the strategic goals of the firm, department, and manager, and understands how personal actions contribute to them.

Client & Project Delivery (Client + Productivity)

• Performs construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and punch lists.

• Represents the company in client meetings, public events, marketing activities, and professional organizations.

• Travels, as required, to out-of-office project meetings and field work visits; travel will likely include overnight trips.

Company Culture & Employee Ownership (Employee)

• Brings a sense of purpose and ownership to the workplace every day, consistent with our culture of employee ownership.

• Pursues continuing education activities, including CEU presentations, manufacturer classes, training seminars, and independent study.

• Takes an active role in outside trade or professional organizations aligned with the work of our discipline, our studios, or our clients.

• Collaborates closely with other engineers, architects, and designers, building the working relationships that support growth within the discipline.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, Required

Experience: 0–3 years of professional experience designing building mechanical systems, preferably with industrial design experience, Required

Software: REVIT and AutoCAD proficiency, Required

Personal Attributes: Strong sense of personal motivation and urgency, taking ownership of tasks and deliverables, Required

Communication: Excels at communication and organization, Required

What We Offer

• Employee stock ownership through Luckett & Farley’s 100% ESOP, you are an owner from day one.

• A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment where great work is recognized and rewarded.

• Flexibility in how and where you work, with a strong culture of trust and accountability.

• Opportunities to grow within a firm that invests in career development at every level.

• Competitive compensation, professional development support, and a commitment to your long-term growth.

• A firm with a 170+ year legacy of design excellence and a clear vision for its future.

Luckett & Farley is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.