Mechanical Engineer I
LJC
St Louis, MO0–3 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer will support the mechanical design of mission-critical facilities, including data centers, advanced manufacturing plants, and other high-availability environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems, high-performance infrastructure, and integrated design project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist engineers in producing mechanical design deliverables including drawings and specifications.
- Perform basic calculations (load calcs, system sizing, pipe pressure drop, duct pressure drop etc.) and assist with miscellaneous design tasks under the supervision of senior staff.
- Coordinate with other disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, electrical, plumbing, and controls to support integrated design.
- Participate in construction administration tasks, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and field observations.
- Learn and apply ICC, ASHRAE, NFPA and other relevant code series and standards.
- Develop technical skills through mentorship, project exposure, and continuing education.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET institution required.
- 0-3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering; internship or co-op experience in mission-critical, data center, or industrial projects is a plus.
- EIT certification or ability to obtain within first year of employment required.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
- Exposure to load calculations software such as Trane Trace, Carrier HAP or similar is a plus.
- Exposure to CFD modeling software such as Ansys Fluent, Cadence Reality or similar is a plus.
Qualifications
- Ability to break down complex challenges and communicate clear, actionable solutions.
- Highly organized with ability to manage and pivot between concurrent projects.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.