Summer Mechanical Engineer Intern - BIM & Building Systems

Beyondmk; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinley Architecture and Engineering seeks a summer intern to join the engineering team, assisting with HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design. You will work alongside mechanical and plumbing staff, contributing to BIM models and Revit-based drawings while learning codes and standards.

You will participate in cross-disciplinary coordination, support calculations, and help ensure project documentation and schedules are met in a dynamic A/E/C environment.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a 4-year ABET-accredited mechanical engineering or related program.
• Interest in building systems design and construction.
• Strong CAD skills; Revit preferred but not required.
• Proactive, organized, and able to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in the design and coordination of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Support the preparation and modification of engineering drawings and BIM models using Revit.
• Participate in coordination efforts with architectural, structural, civil, and other disciplines.
• Assist with engineering calculations, equipment selections, and technical research.
• Support quality control review and project documentation activities.
• Assist with field investigations, site visits, and construction-phase activities when opportunities are available.
• Participate in design team meetings and contribute to project coordination discussions.
• Work effectively to support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of engineering and project team objectives.

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering or related program

Tools

Revit

Job description

McKinley Architecture and Engineering seeks a summer intern to join the engineering team, assisting with HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design. You will work alongside mechanical and plumbing staff, contributing to BIM models and Revit-based drawings while learning codes and standards.

You will participate in cross-disciplinary coordination, support calculations, and help ensure project documentation and schedules are met in a dynamic A/E/C environment.