Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer: Data Center Systems

LJC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401k

Generous PTO and paid company holidays

Job summary

LJC Design & Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer to support the mechanical design of mission-critical facilities, including data centers and high-availability environments. This role offers hands-on experience from concept through construction, under senior staff guidance.

You will assist with drawings, calculations, equipment selections, and coordination while building a foundation in mission-critical design within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET institution is required.
• 0–3 years of experience; internship or co-op in mission-critical, data center, or industrial projects is a plus.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within first year of employment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit; exposure to load calculations software such as Trane Trace, Carrier HAP or similar; exposure to CFD modeling software such as Ansys Fluent, Cadence Reality or similar is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in producing mechanical design deliverables including drawings and specifications.
• Perform basic calculations (load calcs, system sizing, pipe pressure drop, duct pressure drop etc.) and assist with miscellaneous design tasks under the supervision of senior staff.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, electrical, plumbing, and controls to support integrated design.
• Participate in construction administration tasks, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and field observations.
• Learn and apply ICC, ASHRAE, NFPA and other relevant code series and standards.
• Develop technical skills through mentorship, project exposure, and continuing education.

Skills

Mechanical design

Calculations

Communication

Collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Ansys Fluent

Job description

LJC Design & Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer to support the mechanical design of mission-critical facilities, including data centers and high-availability environments. This role offers hands-on experience from concept through construction, under senior staff guidance.

You will assist with drawings, calculations, equipment selections, and coordination while building a foundation in mission-critical design within a collaborative team.