Mechanical Engineer (HVAC - Intern)

General Matter • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer (Intern) with a strong interest in HVAC and building mechanical systems to join our growing engineering team. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to design, model, and analyze air‑conditioning, ventilation, and hydronic systems for a wide range of commercial and industrial projects. This is a great opportunity for a motivated student who’s passionate about energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and the integration of mechanical systems in the built environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Junior or Senior standing preferred).
• Completed coursework in HVAC design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid hydraulics/dynamics.
• Basic familiarity with BIM modeling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Interest in IES software or energy analysis.
• Interest and/or experience in AI tools for design, visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper), coding (Python, C#), and/or open-source projects.
• A collaborative mindset and a demonstrated interest in the built environment.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible, collaborative manner

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to mechanical equipment selection, building automation (BMS), or commissioning processes.
• Familiarity with energy analysis or system simulation tools.
• Introduction to piping stress analysis and 3D modeling software (e.g., AutoPipe, Bentley OpenPlant, or Pipe3D).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC systems using Revit, AutoCAD, and energy modeling tools.
• Support load calculations, equipment sizing, airflow, psychrometrics, and hydronic design layouts under senior engineer guidance.
• Learn to participate in system modeling and simulation using BIM workflows and performance tools such as IES.
• Observe and help coordinate with architectural, nuclear experts, structural, and electrical teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Help in preparing construction documents, specifications, and as-built documentation.
• Contribute to design automation efforts using visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper) or coding (Python, C#).
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to multidisciplinary teams.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern