Mechanical - Entry Level
About The Position
The entry-level Mechanical Engineer will join a multidisciplinary team and work under the direction of a licensed Engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial, and science and technology settings. Under supervision, the role supports HVAC system design, including ductwork, piping, controls, and equipment selection, and may also assist with plumbing and fire protection design. The position contributes to building load calculations and energy models, Revit/BIM construction drawings, specifications, draft reports, and review of submittals and shop drawings. Site visits may be required to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. The position is based in the Arlington, Virginia office. CannonDesign describes its practice as combining strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact through its Living-Centered Design approach. The firm emphasizes client service, equal opportunity, inclusion, communication, and transparency. Employees must complete required training and comply with internal policies and the Code of Conduct.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering required by the hire date.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply principles and theories of advanced heat transfer, solar energy, and advanced fluid dynamics in HVAC system design.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Related student internship work experience.
- EIT certification.
- LEED accreditation.
- Experience with engineering design computer applications such as Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform uncomplicated HVAC designs for ductwork, piping, controls, and equipment selection under a professional engineer’s supervision.
- Assist with plumbing and fire protection designs as needed.
- Prepare building load calculations using modeling software under supervisory direction.
- Prepare energy models using appropriate software and correct parameters, with supervisory oversight, as needed.
- Assist with Revit/BIM modeling of HVAC construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration, with supervisory oversight.
- Perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems as needed.
- Assist with or coordinate specifications as a member of the design team.
- Write draft reports for review by a senior engineer.
- Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with contract documents.
- Perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress; visits may require physically walking through the site.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to internal policies and the Code of Conduct.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Flexible spending account options
- Voluntary insurances
- Paid time off
- Flex-time schedules
- Remote work options
- 401(k) plan
- Employee perk programs
- Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
