Mechanical Intern

Thorson • Baker + Associates (TBA); Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorson • Baker + Associates (TBA) in Charlotte, NC, is looking for a mechanical engineering team member. The role entails technical development of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for institutional and commercial projects.

Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with strong communication skills and familiarity with AutoCAD. The position offers a collaborative work environment focused on technical excellence in construction documentation.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiar with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Prepare calculations and cost-effective construction documents.
• Perform engineering calculations including HVAC load and energy modeling.
• Assist in office construction administration and coordinate during building projects.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Efficiency in Microsoft Word

Efficiency in Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with AutoCAD

Good work ethic

Education

At least two years towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Participate as a team member in the technical development of schematic, design development, construction documents, specifications and construction administration for institutional and commercial building projects.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for institutional, retail, and commercial building projects.
• Support the mechanical engineering department in preparing calculations and well-coordinated, technically sound construction documents that are cost-effective, efficient and constructible in a friendly work environment.
• Perform engineering calculations including energy, HVAC load, building energy modeling, etc.
• Assist in office construction administration including review of shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, owner, etc. through the construction phase of the building project.

Qualifications

• At least two years complete towards earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiar with AutoCAD
• Possess a good work ethic and be efficient in job duties