HVAC/MEP Design Engineer – Internship/Co-op

Southland Industries; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries offers an Internship/Co-op designed to immerse students in design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment sectors. You’ll work with model coordinators, estimators, and field staff to create practical, cost-effective designs using advanced VDC and CFD tools.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in HVAC design, learn to read mechanical and plumbing plans, and communicate with management and trades, with

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read mechanical and plumbing plans.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in CADD and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic deliverables such as calculations, drawings, and specifications related to HVAC systems under supervision.
• Performs basic calculations like heating/cooling loads and equipment sizing.
• Assist in coordinating design with project management, architects, and trades through project completion.
• Perform and check CADD drafting work.

Skills

CADD drafting

HVAC basics

Mechanical/plumbing plans reading

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Tools

CADD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southland Industries offers an Internship/Co-op designed to immerse students in design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment sectors. You’ll work with model coordinators, estimators, and field staff to create practical, cost-effective designs using advanced VDC and CFD tools.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in HVAC design, learn to read mechanical and plumbing plans, and communicate with management and trades, with