Aspiring HVAC & Plumbing Design Engineer

cushingterrell; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking an HVAC & Plumbing Mechanical Engineer in Training to design HVAC and plumbing systems on-site, produce construction documents, and perform load calculations under the mentorship of licensed engineers.

The role emphasizes developing proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD, equipment selection, and foundational project-management habits to support licensure and long-term growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in HVAC and/or plumbing system design.
• Working knowledge of Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Experience performing heating and cooling load calculations.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Produce HVAC and plumbing construction documents including plans, schedules, details, and flow diagrams using Revit BIM software under the guidance of a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and complete basic equipment selection for fans, pumps, and plumbing fixtures.
• Conduct site investigations to field-verify and as-built existing mechanical systems for remodel projects.
• Support construction administration by reviewing shop drawings and coordinating responses with the project team.
• Manage concurrent project tasks and deadlines, developing prioritization habits that support efficient delivery.
• Contribute to a collaborative studio environment, working closely with architecture and engineering teams to coordinate system design across disciplines.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Load calculations

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Excel

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an HVAC & Plumbing Mechanical Engineer in Training to design HVAC and plumbing systems on-site, produce construction documents, and perform load calculations under the mentorship of licensed engineers.

The role emphasizes developing proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD, equipment selection, and foundational project-management habits to support licensure and long-term growth within the firm.