Mechanical Engineer Entry Level (Start Summer 2027)

About the role

We are seeking talented individuals to aid in the design and implementation of mechanical systems as part of a broad engineering and architectural team in designing and building food and beverage production facilities, specifically HVAC, plumbing/utility, and fire suppression systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling load calculations
• Code reviews for HVAC/plumbing/fire protection designs
• Perform mass energy balance calculations
• Perform drainage and line loss calculations
• Develop HVAC, plant utility, plumbing, and fire suppression systems
• Assist in mechanical system design development and coordinate with other internal and external team members
• Develop mechanical/utility equipment and construction specifications
• Develop P&IDs, equipment layout plans, plant/process utility distribution plans, and system details
• Size and develop layouts for ductwork and piping plans
• Assist with the development of the building management system (BMS) controls, details, and plans with electrical and controls engineers
• Create project documents such as calculations, reports, and construction drawings and specifications
• Perform construction administration in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field visits to verify construction scope is proceeding per the intent of the design
• Research mechanical/utility materials and best practices
• Support talent growth within our organization

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 0-3 years of work experience or schooling in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics
• 0-3 years of work experience or schooling with HVAC/plumbing/fire protection designs and specifications
• 0-3 years of work experience or schooling performing calculations in areas of energy, drainage, line loss, etc.
• Basic report writing and communication skills
• Relevant internship(s) in an industrial manufacturing setting preferred
• FE/EIT certificate preferred
• Strong technical writing skills
• AutoCAD and Revit design ability preferred
• Travel to customer project sites for review, audit, and meetings, estimated 10-25%

About us

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off including an open vacation policy
• Bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans