Mechanical Engineering

About the role

Confidential Client is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate to join their Chicago, IL office. This entry-level, full-time hybrid role offers hands-on experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems—HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection—for vertical building projects. You’ll work with experienced engineers, receive mentorship, and contribute to client-focused consulting projects with opportunity for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems using engineering software to produce specifications, calculations, and drawings that meet code and firm standards.
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements, present technical information, and support strong client relationships.
• Support project execution as a member of consulting teams—help with planning, scheduling, and meeting project milestones.
• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring design progress and quality.
• Analyze low- to medium-complexity engineering challenges and collaborate with senior staff to develop solutions.
• Participate in quality control processes to ensure compliance with internal and industry standards.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices; contribute to internal innovation efforts.
• Prioritize safety by identifying and helping mitigate risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including architects, engineers, and project managers—to deliver coordinated project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Understanding of design techniques, tools, and the production of technical plans and specifications.
• Strong technical and analytical foundation in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to building systems.
• Experience or familiarity with industry-standard engineering software, including HVAC load calculation tools.
• Basic experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) concepts and software.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to coordinate with teams and clients.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to travel up to 5% (occasional overnight stays).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in building design consulting.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, or grasp.
• Limited exposure to outside weather and intermittent noise on some project sites.

Pay

Salary: $75,000 - $78,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
• Preventive care and wellness credit.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and licensure support (EIT → PE).
• Mentorship and structured training programs.
• Employee ownership/ESOP participation.
• Flexible dress policy.
• Innovation programs that include AI and tooling resources.