Sustainable HVAC Design Intern

Arup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Profit Share Plan (bi-annual)

401(k) plan with up to 10% company-mat

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Houston to design HVAC systems for sustainable built environments. You will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated building solutions, perform load and energy analyses, and document designs in Revit MEP.

The role emphasizes CFD, 3D modeling, and sustainability coursework, with opportunities to present technical concepts through workshops and presentations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Civil Engineering
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering examination
• Membership in ASHRAE, USGBC, ASME
• Coursework in Energy/thermal modeling experience, Revit or 3D modeling experience and/or sustainability
• Advanced computational modeling (e.g., CFD)
• Computer programming languages (e.g., Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper)
• Coursework in heat transfer and thermodynamics, fluid dynamics or HVAC design
• Developing interest in the built environment
• Courses in sustainability or USGBC participation preferred

Responsibilities

• Design of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) services within the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable design
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop integrated solutions for complex buildings
• Perform engineering analysis and modelling, including whole building load calculations and energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modelling
• Document system design in Revit MEP
• Communicate technical ideas to a broad range of audiences using various formats, including presentations and workshops

Skills

Familiarity with HVAC design

CFD modeling

Python

Revit

3D modeling

Dynamo

Grasshopper

AutoCAD

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Job description

Arup is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Houston to design HVAC systems for sustainable built environments. You will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated building solutions, perform load and energy analyses, and document designs in Revit MEP.

The role emphasizes CFD, 3D modeling, and sustainability coursework, with opportunities to present technical concepts through workshops and presentations.