Mechanical Engineering Intern

SmithGroup Companies, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

12-week summer internship

Job summary

SmithGroup Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our design teams. You will assist in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection system design using Revit and related tools, gaining hands-on experience in a renowned design firm.

Ideal candidates are in early-stage mechanical or architectural engineering programs, with some exposure to Revit, Trane Trace or IESVE and Microsoft Office. The internship runs 12 weeks in May–August with hybrid work options in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in sophomore year or have graduate standing in mechanical or architectural engineering by internship start.
• Some experience with Revit, Trane Trace and/or IESVE, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Work on integrated design teams for architecture and engineering projects.
• Assist in designing HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems in Revit models.

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

IESVE

Microsoft Office

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Chicagooffice of SmithGroupis looking for aMechanical Engineering Internto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Work on integrated architecture and engineering project design teams.
• Assist in the design of HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems in Revit 3D modeling software.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations using Trane Trace and/or IESVE.
• Calculate pressure drop and static pressure for air and hydronic systems.
• Participate in design meetings.
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

An ideal candidate has:

• Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited mechanical or architectural engineering program by the time of the internship.
• Some experience with Revit, Trane Trace and/or IESVE, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, as well as hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $26.00 to $27.00per hour, at the time of posting. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August. There is no deadline to apply but we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as internships fill up quickly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries [e-mail].