Associate Mechanical Engineer, Building Systems

WSP in the U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer for our Denver, CO office to support planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems across commercial, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, and mission critical projects.

You will collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams, gain mentorship, and contribute to HVAC and plumbing design using Revit, AutoCAD, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of mechanical engineering or building systems design experience.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, and building systems design principles.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and analysis of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and temperature control systems.
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Utilize engineering software to perform load calculations, energy analyses, and system layouts.
• Develop and revise design drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design platforms.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and existing conditions assessments.
• Assist with construction administration activities, including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting site observations.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Support project managers and senior engineers in meeting project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Conduct research related to codes, standards, and emerging technologies applicable to mechanical building systems.
• Contribute to the preparation of client presentations and project deliverables.

Skills

HVAC

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer for our Denver, CO office to support planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems across commercial, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, and mission critical projects.

You will collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams, gain mentorship, and contribute to HVAC and plumbing design using Revit, AutoCAD, and industry standards.