New Grad Mechanical Engineer: Design, Drafting & Fieldwork

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Kansas City, MO, is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer to support licensed engineers on a broad range of projects including power, process, healthcare, and facilities. You will assist in design, drafting, and coordination through design and construction phases.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit), teamwork, and strong communication. A mechanical engineering degree and internship experience are preferred; EIT is a plus; GPA 3.0+ is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• 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.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.

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.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Enginee rs‑in‑Training (EIT) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic analysis software

HVAC analysis software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Kansas City, MO, is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer to support licensed engineers on a broad range of projects including power, process, healthcare, and facilities. You will assist in design, drafting, and coordination through design and construction phases.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit), teamwork, and strong communication. A mechanical engineering degree and internship experience are preferred; EIT is a plus; GPA 3.0+ is desirable.