Junior Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems Innovator

WSP; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Mechanical Engineer for our Hamilton, NJ office, starting in Summer 2027. You will support the Property & Buildings Team on mechanical systems design, analysis, and documentation for infrastructure, buildings, and construction projects.

The role involves data collection, site surveys, and entry-level design tasks, with emphasis on compliance, safety, and effective communication across engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build processes.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Revit, AutoCAD, CAM).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by safety policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

CAM

Job description

WSP is initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Mechanical Engineer for our Hamilton, NJ office, starting in Summer 2027. You will support the Property & Buildings Team on mechanical systems design, analysis, and documentation for infrastructure, buildings, and construction projects.

The role involves data collection, site surveys, and entry-level design tasks, with emphasis on compliance, safety, and effective communication across engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.