Junior Mechanical Design Engineer - Rail & Transit Projects

Burns Engineering, Inc.

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Burns Engineering, Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Mechanical Design Associate responsible for preparing designs, layouts, and contract documents in line with our standards and client needs.

With 0–2 years of related experience and a BS in Mechanical Engineering, you will design equipment for rail, transit, aviation and infrastructure, perform studies and cost estimates, and coordinate closely with contractors under senior staff.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
  • 0–2 years of related experience.
  • EIT in process or pursuing FE exam.
  • MEP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Designs and specifies equipment, facilities, components, and systems for rail, transit, aviation, and infrastructure.
  • Participates in design studies, analyses and cost estimates.
  • Engages in client meetings and on-site inspections with senior staff.
  • Design drawings, write and review specifications, and develop calculation reports.
  • Uses CAD software to perform engineering tasks.
  • Coordinate design with outside consultants and contractors.

Skills

Mechanical design
Drafting
Team collaboration
Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
EIT in process / FE exam

Tools

AutoCAD
SolidWorks

Job description

Burns Engineering, Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Mechanical Design Associate responsible for preparing designs, layouts, and contract documents in line with our standards and client needs.

With 0–2 years of related experience and a BS in Mechanical Engineering, you will design equipment for rail, transit, aviation and infrastructure, perform studies and cost estimates, and coordinate closely with contractors under senior staff.

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