Mechanical Engineer - EIT

Lynn Rodens; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynn Rodens is seeking a Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join a growing team supporting a diverse portfolio of commercial projects in Sacramento. Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) awaits local candidates, with travel as needed.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience, strong Revit and Bluebeam skills, and a focus on HVAC and plumbing design for commercial facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Hands-on Revit experience required; Bluebeam experience highly preferred.
• HVAC and plumbing design experience.
• FE/EIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and support HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial building projects.
• Work with equipment such as air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, and compressors.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, system layouts, and technical documentation.
• Develop and coordinate designs using Revit and Bluebeam.
• Support construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and construction administration.
• Participate in site visits and collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Work closely with senior engineers while taking on increasing project responsibility.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Engineering calculations

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Locations: Boise, ID | Denver, CO | Sacramento, CA | Remote with Travel

Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote for local candidates

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join a growing mechanical engineering team supporting a diverse portfolio of commercial projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with 3-5 years of experience who wants exposure to a variety of project types, strong mentorship, and clear opportunities for growth. Projects include retail, office, higher education, aviation, quick-service restaurants, and other commercial facilities.

What You’ll Do

• Design and support HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial building projects.
• Work with equipment such as air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, and compressors.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, system layouts, and technical documentation.
• Develop and coordinate designs using Revit and Bluebeam.
• Support construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and construction administration.
• Participate in site visits and collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Work closely with senior engineers while taking on increasing project responsibility.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Approximately 3-5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Commercial building experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on Revit experience required; Bluebeam experience highly preferred.
• HVAC and plumbing design experience.
• FE/EIT certification preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and client-service skills.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset, and willingness to step up.

Remote candidates may be considered if they can travel approximately 1-3 days per month for site visits and office collaboration.