Associate Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP USA; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Paid leave & vacation

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Voting/holiday leave

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Riverside, CA to design, analyze, and deliver mechanical building systems across diverse projects. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing solutions, and prepare calculations, specs, and construction documents.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Architectural Engineering with 1–3 years of experience, EIT or ability to obtain within six months, and proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in mechanical or building systems design.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and building systems.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and analysis of mechanical building systems (HVAC, hydronic, plumbing).
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specs, and construction documents.
• Use engineering software to perform load calculations and energy analyses.
• Develop design drawings in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Participate in field investigations and site visits.
• Support construction administration including RFIs and submittals.
• Coordinate with architects, structural/electrical engineers and contractors.
• Assist project managers in meeting schedules and budgets.
• Research codes, standards and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to client presentations and project deliverables.

Skills

HVAC design

Piping systems

Teamwork

Communication

Building codes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mechanical Engineer for our Riverside, CA office. Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

The Associate Mechanical Engineer will support the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems for a variety of projects, including commercial, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, mission critical, mixed-use, and other building types. Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the development of HVAC, plumbing, and related building systems while gaining valuable professional experience and technical mentorship.

Your Impact

• 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 and tools 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.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering or building systems design.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, and building systems design principles.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals and industry standards.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or co‑op experience in consulting engineering or the built environment.
• Exposure to healthcare, higher education, commercial, laboratory, life sciences, or mission critical projects.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis software such as Trane Trace, HAP, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, International Mechanical Code (IMC), and related industry standards.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Compensation:

Expected Salary: $79,300 - $109,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.