Mechanical Engineering Graduate - Designer 1

IMEG Corp; Naperville, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Mentorship program

Health benefits

Dress for Your Day

Job summary

IMEG Corp in Naperville, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate for a hands-on, entry-level role focused on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design and analysis. You will work with experienced engineers, gain mentorship, and contribute to energy-efficient building solutions.

This full-time hybrid position offers a path to growth, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to healthcare and education projects under MEG and BIM workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and concepts for technical plans and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics for building systems.
• Proficient with HVAC load calculation software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Interact with clients to understand needs and communicate technical information.
• Support project planning and scheduling to meet deadlines.
• Document design decisions and monitor progress.
• Analyze tasks and propose innovative solutions with senior staff.
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to meet standards.

Skills

Design techniques

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

HVAC load calc software

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HVAC load calculation software

BIM basics

Job description

Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Naperville, IL 100% Employee-Owned Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture. This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Naperville, Illinois to work closely with experienced engineers and consultants in delivering engineering solutions and advice to clients for positive outcomes. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one. In this role, you will assist with the design, analysis, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while supporting project budgets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. The team you would join supports work across healthcare and MEP projects, while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

• Location: Naperville, IL
• Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
• Markets: Education
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, using engineering software and tools to develop detailed designs, specifications and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and help build and maintain client relationships through professional communication.
• Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team, including assisting with project planning and scheduling to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Assist with documenting design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress.
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and propose innovative solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants.
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to help ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in mechanical engineering, and contribute to research, development and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work by helping identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.

What You'll Bring

• Required Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Required Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications.
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings.
• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Basic knowledge in the use of Building Information Model software.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays.
• Preferred: Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry.
• Preferred: Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification.
• Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds Occasionally required to drive up to 5% with occasional overnight stays.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one.

An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one.

IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology.

MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations.

Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing.

PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE.

Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day).

Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription.

State of Illinois Salary Range

$76,000–$78,000 per year The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.

In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail].

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