Mechanical Engineering Intern

Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Intern supports mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) or field engineering operations under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers. The position bridges classroom engineering principles with real-world jobsite execution, system layout, and quality control. The role reports to the company’s office location at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, and involves work in both office and outdoor site locations.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related ABET-accredited program.
Basic familiarity with CAD or BIM software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong communication, analytical thinking, and time-management skills, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced jobsite environment.
Willingness to visit active construction sites and follow jobsite safety protocols, including use of personal protective equipment such as hard hats and safety vests.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening after accepting an offer and have acceptable background check results.
If applicable to the contract, must obtain required clearance levels and be able to obtain access to military installations.
Ability to maneuver around work sites; see, hear, and verbally communicate with coworkers and clients; and maintain physical condition for bending, stooping, sitting, and prolonged walking or standing.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, or other inclement weather, and walk over rough and uneven surfaces.
Routine lifting of up to 35 pounds.
Must properly use required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, steel-toed boots, eye protection, respiratory protection, and hearing protection, when required.
Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Responsibilities

Assist with basic mechanical system calculations, code compliance checks, and equipment selections for HVAC, plumbing, or piping systems.
Support the production of construction documents, schematics, and 3D models using tools such as MicroStation and Inroads.
Participate in site walks and field inspections to observe construction progress, verify installations against design drawings, and coordinate multi-trade layouts.
Assist with reviewing shop drawings, material submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs) under senior supervision.
Organize project deliverables, maintain technical files, and help track materials or field reports.