Mechanical Engineer

Thomas Young Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance premiums covered

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid family leave

Life and disability insurance

Professional development support

Membership reimbursements

Generous PTO and holidays

Work from home flexibility

Half-day Fridays

Structured onboarding with principals

Job summary

Thomas Young Group is seeking an entry-level MEP designer to support the design and delivery of mechanical building systems. You will work with senior engineers and cross-discipline teams to produce drawings and documentation using Revit MEP and AutoCAD.

You will learn HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems while receiving guidance and mentoring to grow within the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• EIT certification preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Internship or co-op experience within an MEP consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of mechanical building systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and other disciplines.
• Produce drawings and documentation using Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Learn HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Take on responsibility early with mentoring.

Skills

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Communication

Internship or co-op

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Job description

We’re partnering with an international MEP consultancy working on a wide range of exciting projects worldwide. They’re as well known for their people-first culture as they are for their engineering, with a strong focus on hiring the next generation of engineers, supporting long-term development, and promoting from within. This approach has shaped their growth and fostered a team where engineers build lasting careers.

What you’ll be doing:

Supporting the design and delivery of mechanical building systems across a range of projects

Working closely with senior engineers and other disciplines within the MEP team

Producing drawings and documentation using Revit MEP and AutoCAD

Learning the ins and outs of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems

Taking on responsibility early, with guidance and mentoring

Getting exposure to clients and project coordination as you grow into the role

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Entry level experience

EIT certification preferred but not required

LEED accreditation is a plus, but not essential

Familiarity with Revit MEP and AutoCAD

Basic understanding of building systems, including plumbing and fire protection

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Internship or co-op experience within an MEP consulting environment is helpful

More reasons to apply:

Competitive compensation based on experience

401k with 100% company match

Health insurance premiums fully covered for employees

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid family leave

Life and disability insurance

Support for professional development and continuing education

Reimbursement for professional association memberships

Generous PTO and holidays

Work from home flexibility

Half-day Fridays

A structured onboarding experience, including lunch with the firm’s principals