Plumbing Engineer Intern/Co-op Summer 2027

CMTA • Lafayette, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

CMTA offers a co-op opportunity for college students pursuing engineering degrees who are interested in engineering design for the built environment. Co-op students gain hands-on experience in consulting engineering, work as part of a team, and receive training from Professional Engineers in AutoCAD and Revit. They develop industry-competitive skills and create construction drawings for CMTA projects.

This role provides hands-on training in plumbing design. The intern/co-op will learn how engineers design and implement mechanical systems and infrastructure, as well as energy-efficient measures in building projects. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to complex MEP projects and become part of the design team. It is full-time (40 hours per week), onsite, and runs from May 2027 through Summer 2027, with dates flexible around the school calendar. CMTA hopes students will complete multiple co-op rotations, with possible consideration for full-time employment after graduation.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; preference is for a sophomore (second-year) or junior (third-year) student.
• Have a strong interest in building systems mechanical engineering, with an emphasis on plumbing.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Be able to work full-time in the office throughout the co-op term.
• Be able to travel locally for job-site inspections, field work, and related activities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed layouts and equipment details for plumbing systems.
• Produce one-line diagrams and schematics.
• Assist the design team in assembling organized sets of drawings.
• Assist with data collection and/or field verification as needed.
• Work with designers and engineers to help develop all aspects of a project.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rate.
• Eligible for overtime pay.
• Potential consideration for full-time employment upon graduation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern