Mechanical Intern

Thorsonbaker; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Memorable and unique social events

Yearly company golf outings

Work-life balance

Job summary

Thorsonbaker in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering candidate to work on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial projects. The role involves performing engineering calculations, preparing construction documents, and supporting the construction phase.

Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

The position offers flexible work hours and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least two years complete towards earning a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Support the mechanical engineering department in preparing calculations.
• Perform engineering calculations including energy and HVAC load.
• Assist in construction administration including review of shop drawings.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Efficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Familiarity with AutoCAD

Education

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

Job description

Description

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 RFIs, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, owner, etc. through the construction phase of the building project.

Requirements

• 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

Flexible Work Hours

• 8 hours Mon‑Friday
• 8.5 hours Mon‑Thursday with 6‑hour Fridays
• 9 hours Mon‑Thursday with 4‑hour Fridays

Benefits

• Memorable and unique social events.
• 2) Yearly company golf outings.
• Work, life balance.