Mechanical Project Engineer Intern — Hands-On PM Experience

Legence; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible non-accrual vacation

Reimbursement of business travel and相关

Job summary

Legence seeks a motivated, detail-oriented Project Engineer Intern to join our San Jose team. This in-office internship offers hands-on experience in mechanical construction project management from pre-construction through job closeout.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, with strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, and a valid driver’s license. Compensation is hourly and paid at $25.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate coursework at an accredited college or university.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Candidates may be required to complete pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Support the pre-construction process through specification analysis, quantity takeoffs, and plan reading.
• Analyze material and subcontractor quotes to support accurate, competitive bid submissions.
• Assist with bid preparation and submission for mechanical construction projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to track scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Support material ordering and procurement tracking to keep projects on schedule.
• Attend and document project meetings, tracking action items and key decisions.
• Assist with job cost review and tracking to support budget accuracy.
• Participate in team meetings and cross-functional coordination as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

MS Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management focus

Two years of undergraduate coursework completed

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Legence seeks a motivated, detail-oriented Project Engineer Intern to join our San Jose team. This in-office internship offers hands-on experience in mechanical construction project management from pre-construction through job closeout.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, with strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, and a valid driver’s license. Compensation is hourly and paid at $25.