Mechanical Engineer

Insight Global; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support a utility client in Virginia, focusing on Air Emissions Monitoring Group and CEMS-related projects. The role involves drafting, equipment layouts, and modifying plant systems at power facilities.

Daily tasks include creating and revising AutoCAD drawings, developing mechanical layouts, and conducting field walk-downs with senior engineers and operations teams. Occasional travel to generating stations in Virginia is expected.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree required.
• 0–3 years engineering experience (internships/co-ops accepted).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to generating stations and plant sites in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop equipment layouts, piping drawings, mechanical details, and as-built documentation.
• Support projects involving air emissions monitoring equipment and plant systems.
• Conduct field walk-downs at power generation facilities to collect measurements.
• Work with senior engineers, environmental specialists, operations, and maintenance teams.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical and environmental monitoring equipment.
• Review drawings and documents for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Support project planning, scope development, cost estimates, and engineering documentation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or plans

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Our utility client is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support its Air Emissions Monitoring Group. This individual will assist with engineering design, drafting, and system modification projects related to Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and environmental compliance initiatives across power generation facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university, strong AutoCAD experience, and an interest in supporting environmental and power generation operations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Create, revise, and maintain engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop equipment layouts, piping drawings, mechanical details, and as-built documentation.
• Support engineering projects involving air emissions monitoring equipment and associated plant systems.
• Conduct field walk-downs at power generation facilities to collect measurements and verify existing conditions.
• Work closely with senior engineers, environmental specialists, operations personnel, and maintenance teams.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical and environmental monitoring equipment.
• Review drawings and technical documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.
• Support project planning, scope development, cost estimates, and engineering documentation.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 0-3 years of engineering experience (internships and co-ops accepted).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to generating stations and plant sites throughout Virginia.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Internship, co-op, or professional experience within utilities, power generation, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience working with environmental systems, emissions monitoring equipment, or process systems.
• Exposure to P&IDs, piping systems, instrumentation, or industrial design.
• Familiarity with MicroStation.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or plans to pursue professional licensure.
• Experience performing field inspections or engineering site walk-downs.