Mechanical Engineer P1 - Entry Level

GRAEF; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours/hybrid schedule

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, invites an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You will contribute to HVAC design across diverse building types and project scales while growing your technical skills in a collaborative, employee-owned environment.

You will develop drawings in Revit/Bluebeam, perform load calculations, assist with equipment selection, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams. Travel may be required as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering or closely related field.
• Experience or coursework in HVAC system design or related building systems design is a plus.
• Completion of FE exam preferred, with interest in PE license.
• Strong teamwork, communication, collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of complete HVAC systems from concept through construction documents for diverse project types.
• Develop mechanical drawings, models, and construction documents using Revit and Bluebeam.
• Perform HVAC load calculations and assist with equipment selection for efficient, code-compliant designs.
• Coordinate with electrical, plumbing, structural, and architectural teams for coordinated execution.
• Assist with construction-phase activities, submittal review, RFIs, meetings, and site visits (travel may be required).
• Support preparation of technical documentation, specifications, and reports.

Skills

HVAC design

Team collaboration

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

HVAC load calculation software

Job description

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering, planning and design services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated people. GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships; we embody values that speak to loyalty, service, quality and integrity; and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way.

We’re looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence, it’s all about relationships! What are you looking for in a career? The opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects? The satisfaction and security of working at an employee-owned company? Or maybe the opportunity to improve the quality of life - not just for you and your family, but for the worldwide community at large?

We are seeking an entry level Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanical Team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the design of HVAC systems while working on a wide range of building types and project scales. You will play an important role in supporting the design, analysis, and development of mechanical systems while growing your technical expertise within a high-performing, collaborative team environment. This role provides strong opportunities for professional development and advancement within our Mechanical Team.

As a member of the GRAEF Mechanical Team, your responsibilities may include:

• Support the design and development of complete HVAC systems from project conceptual phase through construction documents for a wide variety of project types.
• Develop mechanical drawings, models, and construction documents using Revit, Bluebeam, and other design tools.
• Perform HVAC load calculations and assist with equipment selection to support efficient, code-compliant system designs.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline project teams, including electrical, plumbing, structural, and architectural team members, to support coordinated project execution.
• Assist with construction phase activities, including submittal review, RFI support, meeting participation, and site visits (travel may be required.)
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, specifications, and reports.

We are considering candidates who possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience in HVAC system design or related building systems design a plus.
• Experience in Revit, Bluebeam, and HVAC load calculation software preferred.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred, with interest in pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the future.
• Strong team-focused skills, including communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work.

Why GRAEF? We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to include:

• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible hours/hybrid schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting downtown office location, with free amenities, including onsite fitness center, pickleball courts, and more
• Free covered parking
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets