Assistant Mechanical Engineer: Design, Fieldwork & Growth

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineering professional to assist in the mechanical design of projects from concept through design completion.

You will support the design team on power plants, process and industrial facilities, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, and government projects, performing CAD corrections, data collection, field measurements and drafting reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from a recognized, accredited program.
• Or Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from a recognized, accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
• ABET Accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard mechanical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• CandiDates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the mechanical design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assist with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects (power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental and military facilities).
• Assist in designing mechanical components for project needs as set forth by project managers.
• Apply basic knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts within the mechanical engineering services industry.
• Assist with research and compile project related data as required by project managers.
• Assist with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD software.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of various facilities.
• Assist in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Office skills

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D rendering

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/related Engineering Technology + FE exam

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D rendering programs

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis programs

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineering professional to assist in the mechanical design of projects from concept through design completion.

You will support the design team on power plants, process and industrial facilities, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, and government projects, performing CAD corrections, data collection, field measurements and drafting reviews.