Mechanical - Entry Level

About the role

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a professional engineer may perform uncomplicated designs of ductwork, piping, controls and equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design.
• As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Prepare Building Load Calculations using modeling software under supervisory direction.
• May prepare Energy Models using appropriate software correct parameters with supervisory oversight.
• Aid in Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases with supervisory oversight.
• As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• May assist/coordinate with specifications as a member of the design team.
• May write draft reports to be reviewed by a senior engineer.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with the contract documents.
• May perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required by hire date.
• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to apply principles and theories of advanced heat transfer, solar energy, and advanced fluid dynamics in the design of HVAC systems.
• Related student internship work experience preferred.
• EIT, LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required by hire date. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred. Knowledge and ability to apply principles and theories of advanced heat transfer, solar energy, and advanced fluid dynamics in the design of HVAC systems. Related student internship work experience preferred. EIT, LEED accreditation preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects. Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) preferred.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems design.
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM modeling software.
• Ability to prepare building load calculations and energy models.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Voluntary insurances.
• Paid time off.
• Flex-time schedules.
• Remote work options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee perk programs.

Pay

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Chicago office is $28.64 to $35.80 per hour. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position.

Schedule

Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Company Information

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.