Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

bhbinc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Job summary

bhbinc is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT) in Fort Worth, Texas. You will design HVAC and plumbing projects and work closely with professionals, learning skills to launch your engineering career.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree and an EIT license. This role involves project management, client interaction, and collaboration with project teams, offering a supportive work environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
• An Engineering in Training (EIT) license is mandatory.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design heating, ventilating, and air conditioning installations.
• Supervise the installation of HVAC and plumbing utilities.
• Prepare cost estimates and specifications for projects.
• Attend client meetings and represent mechanical interests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Engineering in Training (EIT) license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Baird, Hampton & Brown, our mission is building partners through creative, sustainable engineering solutions, and honest, long‑term relationships. With over 30 years in the business, we understand that a solid foundation is necessary in every aspect of what we do. We support our team members in pursuing excellence in their fields and balancing their lives. We serve our clients with integrity, communication, and involvement at every stage. As a team member, you can trust BHB to champion our core values, which leads to healthy, mutually beneficial relationships as well as services of the highest caliber.

Position

We are currently seeking a full‑time, exempt Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT) in the Fort Worth office. As a Mechanical EIT, you will work with a team to design small to mid‑size HVAC and plumbing projects in a variety of industries, including commercial, industrial, retail, medical, critical care environments, municipal, schools, and more. You will work closely alongside Designers and Professional Engineers and under the direction of Project Managers as you learn skills to become one yourself.

Responsibilities

• Design heating, ventilating, and air conditioning installations and underground steam, gas, and compressed‑air utilities.
• Design constant volume and variable volume ductwork systems.
• Supervise the installation of the above equipment and utilities.
• Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and design analyses.
• Manage the mechanical engineering of small projects.
• Balance workload and varying requirements of multiple projects.
• Understand mechanical and plumbing system design and applications, can anticipate what systems are required for different projects.
• Perform space planning, future planning, anticipate mechanical room sizes, and identify conflicts.
• Attend site visits to review current conditions and perform punch lists.
• Attend client meetings and represent the mechanical interests of the firm.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) license.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills – Connections are a critical part of how we work.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2‑3 years of recent MEP experience designing in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Any experience in a consulting firm designing for commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, historical, and hospitality.
• Moderate proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Active membership and/or leadership roles in local engineering or industry associations such as ASHRAE, ASPE, or TSPE.

Physical Demands

This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25 lbs may occur. Occasional bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. In addition, extensive computer usage is required daily. The position will attend site visits, which may occasionally include exposure to weather, tight spaces, or dusty conditions.

Position Type and Schedule

This is a full‑time, exempt position, with an expectation to work 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8‑hour days or four 9‑hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9 am – 4 pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short‑term & long‑term disability, and basic life insurance, with significant family portion subsidized.
• Voluntary life and disability insurances.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• PTO bank immediately available.
• 401(k) matching.
• Internal and external training opportunities, mentorship programs, and sponsorship of professional and industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy & childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.