HVAC Design & Project Engineer (Entry-Level)

National Mechanical Experts Inc.; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k 6% match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Vehicle Allowance

Company Cell Phone

Job summary

National Mechanical Experts Inc. in Columbia, SC invites a recent mechanical engineering graduate to join our entry-level engineering team.

You will gain hands-on experience across commercial and industrial HVAC design-build projects, from concept through installation and commissioning, working with seasoned leaders. You will assist with load calculations, equipment selection, layouts, site assessments, and value engineering, while developing skills in estimating, pre-construction, and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Entry-level candidates and recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• FE/EIT certification or pursuing licensure is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer and project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cooling and heating load calculations, equipment selection, and psychrometric analysis for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Develop mechanical system layouts, ductwork and piping routing, and engineering schematics.
• Participate in site assessments and gather field information required for system design and project planning.
• Assist in ensuring designs meet applicable building codes, ASHRAE standards, manufacturer requirements, and energy-efficiency standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

FE/EIT certification or pursuing licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Trane TRACE

Carrier HAP

Job description

National Mechanical Experts Inc. in Columbia, SC invites a recent mechanical engineering graduate to join our entry-level engineering team.

You will gain hands-on experience across commercial and industrial HVAC design-build projects, from concept through installation and commissioning, working with seasoned leaders. You will assist with load calculations, equipment selection, layouts, site assessments, and value engineering, while developing skills in estimating, pre-construction, and project