Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Kansas City, MO

This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities at an employee-owned firm offering big-firm resources with local-team relationships.

About the role

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Kansas City, MO, to support the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one. You'll work within project budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help meet project goals and client expectations while supporting consulting projects. You'll contribute to healthcare-focused MEP work and coordinated building-system design, advancing high-performance and energy-efficient design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, creating detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
• Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team
• Assist in project planning and scheduling tasks to help meet project deadlines and objectives
• Assist with documenting design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and propose innovative solutions
• Collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and help identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required
• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings
• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Benefits

• Consultancy 101: structured development program building your consulting and technical foundation from day one
• An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one
• IDEA Program: firm-wide innovation accelerator for developing and scaling new tools (VR, AI, carbon-reduction technology)
• MEG: in-house AI platform to streamline project workflows and calculations
• Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility
• Generous paid time off plus 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition reimbursement assistance