New Grad: Assistant Mechanical Engineer – Design & Field

Burns & McDonnell; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer to assist licensed engineers on diverse projects across power, process, healthcare, aviation, and government sectors. You will contribute to design development, CAD drawing updates, and client communications throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering, teamwork, and hands-on CAD and BIM work, with opportunities for growth toward professional licensure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard mechanical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Basic computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Assists in designing mechanical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
• Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.
• Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Engineering design basics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT Certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis programs

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer to assist licensed engineers on diverse projects across power, process, healthcare, aviation, and government sectors. You will contribute to design development, CAD drawing updates, and client communications throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering, teamwork, and hands-on CAD and BIM work, with opportunities for growth toward professional licensure and