Design Engineer I, Mechanical

Providence Engineering

York (York County)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

41 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP
401(k) match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Paid Vacation
Eleven Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Flex Time
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
EAP
Professional Registration Reimb.
Professional Development Education

Job summary

Providence Engineering seeks a Design Engineer I, Mechanical to perform routine engineering tasks under supervision, supporting projects of varying sizes. This employee-owned firm emphasizes work/life balance and professional development.

The role involves preparing calculations, developing minor designs, and coordinating with project managers and internal clients. An EIT or FE progress is preferred; 0–2 years of related experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
  • FE exam completed (preferred).
  • 0–2 years of related experience as a student intern or EIT preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or similar software.

Responsibilities

  • Adopt a positive attitude of accountability by providing reliable, constructible, affordable, and timely solutions (RCAT).
  • Perform routine or entry-level engineering tasks neatly, accurately, and efficiently to meet budget hours estimate provided by supervisor.
  • Prepare engineering calculations and minor designs while developing skills to take professional engineer exam for licensing.
  • Work on multiple, concurrent projects for various project managers, and sometimes for other branches.
  • Document project experience for NCEES record to facilitate future licensure.
  • After gaining experience, prepare hours estimates for project proposals for use by project manager.
  • Develop communications skills through correspondence with internal clients.
  • Attend design meetings, construction meetings, and site visits with experienced engineer.
  • Comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Participate in continuing education webinars and education sessions.
  • Participate in networking and Young Professionals events.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills
Written and verbal communication
Organizational skills
Software for analysis
Handwritten calculations
MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
FE exam completed (preferred)

Tools

Carrier HAP
Trane Trace

Job description

BENEFITS @ PROVIDENCE.

As an employee-owned company, Providence Engineering’s benefits and perks are designed to foster a rewarding work/life balance and truly support our employee-owners throughout their career.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Providence is 100% employee owned. Our ESOP serves as a retirement plan for employee-owners by holding tax-free investments on their behalf.

401(k) Retirement Program With Company Match.
Medical / Prescription Insurance. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Health Savings Account.
Paid Vacation. Eleven Paid Holidays. Paid Sick Leave.
Flex Time.
Life Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Professional Registration & Licensure Reimbursement. Professional Development Education.
Job Summary

The Design Engineer I, Mechanical will complete routine engineering work on projects of varying sizes under the supervision of experienced engineers.

Duties And Responsibilities
  • Adopt a positive attitude of accountability by providing reliable, constructible, affordable, and timely solutions (RCAT) resulting in Providence being the Engineer of Choice
  • Perform routine or entry-level engineering tasks neatly, accurately, and efficiently to meet budget hours estimate provided by supervisor
  • Prepare engineering calculations and minor designs while developing skills to take professional engineer exam for licensing
  • Work on multiple, concurrent projects for various project managers, and sometimes for other branches
  • Document project experience for NCEES record to facilitate future licensure
  • After gaining experience, prepare hours estimates for project proposals for use by project manager
  • Develop communications skills through correspondence and coordination with internal clients
  • Attend design meetings, construction meetings, and site visits with experienced engineer
  • Comply with company policies and procedures
  • Participate in continuing education webinars and education sessions
  • Participate in networking and Young Professionals events
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Experience, And Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering with mechanical emphasis, or a closely related field is required
  • Complete and pass Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE), preferred
  • 0-1 years? Wait it says 0-2 years. Let's keep: 0-2 years of related experience as a student intern, or employment experience as an Engineer-in-Training highly preferred
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to use Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or similar company-approved mechanical analysis software in concert with hand-written calculations
  • Ability to present hand-written calculations in an organized and legible manner
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software to maintain accurate project records
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