Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer

Worley Group, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Worley Group, Inc in Reading, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to support multidisciplinary teams on Power Generation, Power Network, and data center projects. This role offers hands-on exposure to mechanical design, analysis, and documentation while learning from experienced professionals.

You will assist with design, calculations, drawings, and vendor reviews, gain exposure to CAD tools, and contribute to safe, efficient facility projects in a collaborative consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work in Reading/Wyomissing, PA office.
• Exposure to CAD/engineering analysis software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks)
• Interest in power, energy, utilities, critical infrastructure, and data centers.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple assignments with guidance.
• Knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and safe design practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and evaluation of mechanical systems for power generation, power network, and data center projects.
• Support engineering calculations, equipment sizing, data collection, and technical analyses under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Help prepare and review drawings, specifications, equipment lists, technical reports, and other project deliverables.
• Coordinate with electrical, civil, structural, piping, process, and project engineering disciplines to support integrated design solutions.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions; document actions and follow-up items as assigned.
• Research equipment, materials, codes, standards, and industry practices relevant to project requirements.Assist with vendor document review, bid evaluations, and the organization of technical information.
• Support field visits, site observations, and data gathering when required, while following all safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate project files and complete assigned work in accordance with quality, schedule, and budget expectations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interest in power/energy/utility

Familiarity with mechanical systems

Safety and codes awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks)

Job description

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer Intern to join our Reading, Pennsylvania team. In this role, you will support multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering Power Generation and Power Network projects, including critical infrastructure and data center facilities. This internship offers hands-on exposure to mechanical engineering design, technical analysis, documentation, and project execution while working alongside experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and evaluation of mechanical systems for power generation, power network, and data center projects.
• Support engineering calculations, equipment sizing, data collection, and technical analyses under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Help prepare and review drawings, specifications, equipment lists, technical reports, and other project deliverables.
• Coordinate with electrical, civil, structural, piping, process, and project engineering disciplines to support integrated design solutions.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions; document actions and follow-up items as assigned.
• Research equipment, materials, codes, standards, and industry practices relevant to project requirements.Assist with vendor document review, bid evaluations, and the organization of technical information.
• Support field visits, site observations, and data gathering when required, while following all safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate project files and complete assigned work in accordance with quality, schedule, and budget expectations.

What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements

• Completion of foundational coursework in areas such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mechanics, or engineering design.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple assignments with guidance.
• Interest in the power, energy, utility, critical infrastructure, and data center industries.
• Ability to work in office in Reading/Wyomissing, PA.
• Exposure to computer-aided design or engineering analysis software, such as AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems used in industrial, utility, or mission-critical facilities, including HVAC, cooling water, ventilation, pumps, piping, or rotating equipment.
• Awareness of applicable engineering codes, standards, and safe design practices.

Additional information

What You Will Gain

You will gain practical engineering experience on complex energy and infrastructure projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and learn how mechanical design decisions contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient facilities. You will also build experience working across disciplines, communicating technical information, and producing quality project deliverables in a professional consulting environment.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited program.

Preferred:

• Prior internship, co-op, laboratory, academic project, or design-team experience.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.