Mechanical Engineering Associate I
About The Position
Michael Baker International is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Engineering Associate to join its engineering team in Texas. The role supports planning and design of building systems for federal, state, transportation, aviation, and commercial projects. It offers hands-on experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, working alongside experienced engineers and designers with mentorship and progressive responsibility. Internship opportunities are available in Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, with a hybrid, flexible work schedule. The associate will help design and document engineering systems, perform engineering analyses, coordinate with other disciplines, and contribute to projects from early planning through construction. Work may involve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecommunications/technology, fire protection, or structural systems. The position may include occasional travel for site visits, field investigations, or project coordination. Michael Baker International provides engineering and consulting services across infrastructure and other sectors. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace, with pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited four-year college or university.
- Strong interest in building systems design and applying engineering principles to real-world projects.
- Motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn in a team environment.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
Nice To Haves
- Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and/or obtained Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- Internship, co-op, academic, or project experience related to HVAC, plumbing, or building systems design.
- Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, analysis/modeling software, or other discipline-specific engineering tools.
- Exposure to the design of one or more of the following: HVAC systems, electrical power systems, lighting systems, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, telecommunications/technology systems, or structural systems.
- Interest in working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary design environment.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering design efforts on one or more projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses related to assigned discipline areas, which may include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecommunications/technology, fire protection, or structural systems.
- Assist with system selection, equipment or component sizing, layout development, and design coordination for new and existing facilities.
- Support preparation of construction drawings, design narratives, engineering calculations, technical reports, and other project documentation.
- Assist with development, editing, and coordination of construction specifications and project deliverables.
- Use Revit, AutoCAD, analysis/modeling software, and other discipline-specific tools to support project delivery.
- Apply applicable building codes, engineering codes, discipline-specific standards, and project criteria to assigned tasks.
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to support integrated, constructable designs.
- Participate in internal project meetings and, as appropriate, client or contractor coordination meetings.
- Incorporate redlines, review comments, and quality feedback into project deliverables.
- Support assigned work in accordance with project budgets and schedules.
- Participate in quality control, technical review, training, and professional development activities.
- Travel occasionally, as required, to support site visits, field investigations, or project coordination efforts.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional and personal development.
- Generous paid time off.
- Commuter and wellness benefits.
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Career Level
Entry Level
