Mechanical Engineer Co-Op / Intern (Starting Summer 2027)

IFAB Engineering Partners LP; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer for an on-site role in Duluth, GA. You will help design and implement HVAC, plumbing, and fire-suppression systems within a broad engineering team for food and beverage facilities.

The role targets sophomores through seniors pursuing a BS in mechanical engineering, with CAD experience and a willingness to travel up to 25%. Emphasis on calculations, drafting, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a BS in mechanical engineering.
• HVAC and/or utilities design experience a plus.
• Familiarity with heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.
• Experience with CAD programs preferred (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Willing to travel 25%.

Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling load calculations.
• Conduct code reviews for HVAC/plumbing/fire protection designs.
• Create mechanical schedules and PID drafting.
• Bid packages and vendor coordination.
• Assist in mechanical system design and documentation.
• Research materials and best practices.

Skills

HVAC design

Utilities design

Heat transfer

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

CAD (AutoCAD/Revit)

Analytical calculations

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Student (Sophomore/Junior/Senior)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on August 21, 2026

Locations

• Duluth, GA 30096, USA
• On-site
• New Grad, Co-Ops & Interns
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MECHA001452

Dennis Group’s Mechanical Engineers design and implement mechanical systems as part of a broad engineering and architectural team in designing and building food and beverage production facilities. Specifically, HVAC, plumbing / utility, and fire suppression systems. Our mechanical team is involved with designing the mechanical systems, calculating space heat and cooling loads, determining and selecting equipment sizes, and vetting and selecting suitable vendors, suppliers, and sub-contractors. Mechanical Engineers will have technical responsibility for scoping, performing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments. You will be a member of our mechanical department and your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling load calculations.
• Perform code reviews for HVAC/plumbing/fire protection designs.
• Perform mass energy balance calculations.
• Perform drainage and line loss calculations.
• Perform flow test (hydrant or other) analysis.
• Sanitary design considerations (layouts, process exhaust).
• PID Drafting.
• Bid packages: equipment and sub-contractor – bid list, scope of work, milestone schedule.
• Create mechanical schedules.
• Vendor shop inspection / FAT.
• Develop HVAC, plant utility, plumbing, and fire suppression systems.
• Assist in mechanical system design development and coordinate with other internal and external team members.
• DevelopMechanical / Utility equipment and construction specifications
• DevelopP&ID’s, equipment layout plans, plant / process utility distribution plans, and system details
• Sizeand develop layouts for ductwork and piping plans.
• Assist with the development of thebuilding management system (BMS) controls, details, and plans withelectrical and controls engineers.
• Create project documents such as calculations, reports, and construction drawings and specifications, etc.
• Fixture selection
• Performconstruction administration in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field visits to verify construction scope is proceeding per theintent of the design.
• Researchmechanical / utility materials and best practices
• Support talent growth within our organization

About You

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• HVAC and/or Utilities design experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics
• Experience working with computer operations for engineering design programs and computer aided drafting is preferable (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
• Understanding of the fundamental basics of performing calculations in areas of energy, drainage, line loss, etc.
• Past Mechanicalexperience infood and beverage, pharmaceutical, or other sanitary environments is a plus.
• Have a motivated and results orientated attitude.
• Willing to travel to project sites – 25%
• GPA: 3.0 or above

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel Requirement

• 10-25% travel required to visit project site and other offices.

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.

Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.