Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

McClure Engineering; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401K with Safe Harbor Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

On-site fitness center

Flexible Hours + 1 remote day/week

Job summary

McClure Engineering seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join a team delivering projects for complex buildings, data centers and campus systems. You will coordinate with disciplines, perform field investigations, and develop load calculations, equipment sizing and system diagrams under supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration, continued learning, and engineering excellence grounded in math and science. Hybrid remote options and a strong benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0–2 years of mechanical design experience, HVAC/plumbing focus preferred.
• Cumulative GPA 3.3+.
• Experience selecting equipment and troubleshooting systems is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office; Bluebeam helpful but not required.
• Ability to read 2D and 3D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex design/construction problems during projects.
• Perform energy and load calculations, airflow, and equipment sizing.
• Collaborate with drafters/designers on construction documents.
• Research equipment and select appropriate options for projects.
• Conduct field inspections to verify site conditions.
• Work independently with sound judgment; communicate with stakeholders.
• Build relationships through networking and company activities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Field investigations

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Eng (ABET)

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

SKM

Aspen

EasyPower

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

McClure Engineering is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to work alongside other talented engineers dedicated to engineering excellence on a wide range of projects involving complex buildings, data centers and campus systems. The ideal candidate will enjoy coordinating with the other disciplines and team members assigned to their projects as well as continued learning to ensure the best engineering solutions are provided. The McClure team takes pride in the depth and breadth of knowledge on its bench and believes engineering excellence is driven by the fundamentals of math and science along with the intuition about all things mechanical/electrical.

Perform necessary engineering functions required for the project (field investigation, load calculations, equipment selection, system diagrams, sequence of operation and control diagrams, layouts, and specifications), while coordinating with designers, drafters, and engineers. Identify, formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems. Review drawings for proper practices, quality, and consistency with office design standards.

Under the supervision of a more experienced Engineer, a Task Engineer is responsible for:

• Solve problems of a complex nature, in both the design and construction phases of the project
• Perform energy and load calculations, airflow and pressure drop calculations, equipment sizing, system design and layout
• Collaborate with Mechanical and Electrical Drafter/Designers on the production of construction documents (drawings and specifications)
• Research commercially available equipment and selecting equipment appropriate for project/client needs
• Perform field inspections to verify existing site conditions
• Capacity to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Learn multiple engineering calculations to be implemented on multiple projects
• Provide excellent communication to stakeholders and team members
• Build relationships with industry professionals through networking and company activities
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university required
• 0-2 years of relevant mechanical engineering design with a preferred focus on HVAC, Plumbing, and systems projects for commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities, including internships
• Cumulative GPA 3.3 or above
• Experience selecting equipment and troubleshooting systems preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Prior experience using Bluebeam helpful and industry specific software such as SKM, Aspen, and/or EasyPower helpful, but not required
• Proven ability to read and understand both 2D and 3D drawings

Work Environment

• Work environment is primarily indoors at firms’ facility, with approximately 10% of time spent indoors/outdoors at project or construction sites where hard-hat and other safety gear is often required. (PPE is provided by firm.)
• While performing field work associated with this position employee will be required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and carry and/or climb ladders of varying heights.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (100% company paid for the employee)
• Health Savings Account – $1300 annual employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Long-term/Short-term disability coverage
• Life/ AD&D Insurance
• 401K Plan with Safe Harbor Match
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Annual Discretionary Profit Sharing for all employees
• Company provided Identity Theft Projection through NortonLifeLock
• Paid Parking
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement $300
• On-site fitness center
• On-site Showers & Lockers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays (including a personal float holiday)
• Continuing Education & Professional Memberships
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Flexible Hours that include the ability to schedule 1-day remote per week
• McClure Engineering is an "Employer of Choice" repeatedly named one of St. Louis' Top Workplaces and Healthiest Employers!

While being a leader in the engineering industry, McClure's corporate culture promotes work-life balance and fun with a wide-array of company sponsored activities such as annual float trips, summer softball games, barbecues, corporate massages, traveling nurses and cardio, weight & relaxation rooms with on-site showers available to employees and their families. Additionally, McClure offers an extremely comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time-off, support for on-going learning and development, superior wellness program, casual dress work environment, hybrid remote work schedule, and stable retirement (401k) plan and stock purchase program to promote financial security.

McClure Engineering values diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.