About The Position
At kW Mission Critical Engineering, part of WSP USA, the Early Career Mechanical Engineer helps design building infrastructure, including power and cooling systems, for data centers and other mission-critical facilities that must remain operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The role is based in the Houston or Dallas office and offers early-career experience contributing to project work from the beginning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
- Excellent research skills and an analytical mindset.
- Familiarity with design/build processes and concepts.
- Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
- Basic proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software, such as AutoCAD and CAM.
- A track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
- Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.
Responsibilities
- Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing information from physical sites, surveys, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
- Assist with research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, buildings, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to assess conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Perform routine mechanical engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance with design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to support installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
- Assist with verifying site characteristics and providing technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
- Prepare complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field or work-site notebooks and logs.
- Follow safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including those related to location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
