Early Career Mechanical Engineer — Design Impact

CHA Consulting, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Mechanical Engineering teams, working alongside Professional Engineers to support planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects across markets while gaining hands‑on experience.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; EIT certification is preferred. Internships or co‑op experience in civil/site design or related fields are a plus, as is familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• No prior engineering experience required; internships or co-op in civil/site design, transportation design, construction, surveying, material testing or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, or other drafting/modeling software preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams on mechanical engineering design development and implementation.
• Perform technical analysis and support diverse systems, new designs, and updates to existing schemes.
• Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, supporting client, contract, and company requirements.
• Help identify timely, cost-effective solutions that meet project goals and community needs.
• Support technology‑enhanced planning and design services across public, private, and institutional projects.

Skills

EIT certification

Internships/Co-op in civil/site design

Collaborative mindset

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Mechanical Engineering teams, working alongside Professional Engineers to support planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects across markets while gaining hands‑on experience.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; EIT certification is preferred. Internships or co‑op experience in civil/site design or related fields are a plus, as is familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil