Assistant Mechanical Engineer- Global Facilities, OnSite (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer in Kansas City, MO to support project teams across power, process, healthcare, airports, and industrial facilities. You will assist in the mechanical design from concept through design completion, modify drawings, and help prepare client presentations while adhering to budgets and design constraints.

You will apply basic engineering concepts, use AutoCAD and Revit, and participate in field inspections and data collection.

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of standard mechanical engineering techniques and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem solving environment.
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office).
AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D rendering, hydraulic and HVAC analysis tools experience.
Strong attention to detail and teamwork abilities.
Leadership skills; Engineers in Training (EIT) preferred.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Assist in mechanical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
Modify and review production drawings for various facilities.
Design mechanical components to meet project requirements.
Apply basic mechanical engineering concepts within projects.
Assist in research and data compilation for project managers.
Update drawings in CAD software and verify corrections.
Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
Assist in field inspections, measurements, or calculations.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D rendering

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis

Attention to detail

Leadership

EIT preferred

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis programs

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

Assists in the mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Assists in designing mechanical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Applies basic knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.
Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program 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.
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.