Mechanical Engineer I

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Overland Park, KS seeks a Mechanical Engineer I to help design energy-efficient HVAC systems and support project teams from concept to construction.

You will perform load calculations, sizing, equipment selection, field surveys, and coordination with clients and consultants. Early on you will be mentored by experienced engineers and gradually take on leadership of mechanical tasks, write specifications, and contribute to meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering from an accredited program.
• EIT certification (FE) a plus.
• 2+ years' experience designing HVAC building systems in technically sophisticated facilities.
• Internship experience in the MEP consulting engineering field preferred.
• Expertise in engineering design software (Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform load calculations, determine system sizing and layouts, and review equipment shop drawings.
• Assist in field surveys and equipment sizing; mentor designers as experience grows.
• Lead mechanical project teams, write specifications, participate in client meetings, and support construction-phase work.

Skills

HVAC design

Team collaboration

Communication

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

EIT certification (FE) a plus

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer I

Job ID: 2026-5658

Location: US-KS-Overland Park

Overview

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity. Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we've supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.

From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic's world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft's renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility.

AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work.

At AEI, you'll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future.

As a Mechanical Engineer I in our Kansas City office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Why we need you

Within our team framework, you will initially work with and be mentored by experienced engineers and will yourself help to mentor designers. Your initial assignments will include performing load calculations, determining system sizing and layouts, calculating equipment sizes, selecting equipment, completing field surveys, and reviewing equipment shop drawings. As you gain project experience, you will take on a greater role in leading mechanical project teams, writing specifications, participating in project meetings with clients and other consultants, and supporting construction-phase work.

Expertise of our most successful Mechanical Engineer I

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering (or another engineering discipline) from an accredited program.
• EIT certification (Passed the FE exam) a plus.
• 2+ years' experience designing HVAC building systems in technically sophisticated facilities.
• Internship experience in the MEP consulting engineering field preferred.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Effective skills to help you flourish

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.

When you work here, you can expect

• A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters - because your best work happens when you're supported.
• Real opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
• To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs - whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives, we'll continue to invest.

AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.