Mechanical Engineer in Training: Launch Your Design Career

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) seeks a Mechanical Engineer in Training to support senior engineers on diverse facility and infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes learning company design standards, applying technical methods, and collaborating with project teams to deliver on time and within scope. Qualified candidates will hold an ABET‑accredited degree, have two years of experience, and pass the FE exam as an EIT.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelor's or Master’s) with two years of experience.
• FE exam passed and certified EIT with state licensure board.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies.
• Knowledge of discipline-specific software (Trace700 and SKM).
• Knowledge of drafting/design procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of applicable codes/regulations.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work with others.
• Strong written communication and technical writing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply company technical standards and procedures on client projects.
• Observe industry standards and practices for design analyses using industry software.
• Under supervision, assist in design processes and analyses on projects.
• Assist with production of designs using Revit and/or CAD and oversee development by designers.
• Perform computer-based engineering calculations and system design functions.
• Coordinate project designs with other disciplines to determine equipment needs and procedures.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, or architects as needed.
• Assist in developing man-hour budgets and track tasks to budget.
• Contribute to development of technical documentation, proposals, and presentations.
• Communicate design requirements with architects, contractors, and suppliers to define scope.
• Join senior staff on site visits to verify field conditions and progress against design specs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, schematics, and reports.
• Pursue internal training to expand technical knowledge.
• Potentially train EIT I on software, standards, and codes.
• Support project managers in facilitating project duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Comprehension

Written communication

Speech clarity

Detail‑oriented

Judgement and decision‑making

Technical writing

Education

ABET accredited engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trace700

SKM

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) seeks a Mechanical Engineer in Training to support senior engineers on diverse facility and infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes learning company design standards, applying technical methods, and collaborating with project teams to deliver on time and within scope. Qualified candidates will hold an ABET‑accredited degree, have two years of experience, and pass the FE exam as an EIT.