Mechanical Design Engineer

About the Role

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and piping under the guidance of senior engineers. This role builds foundational skills in system design, calculations, and construction documentation while contributing to active project work across new construction and renovation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with conceptual and detailed design tasks for assigned projects under senior engineer direction.
• Support project design coordination meetings and help prepare meeting follow-up items.
• Prepare preliminary design layouts and redlines to support estimating, under senior review.
• Perform standard engineering calculations (heating/cooling loads, equipment sizing, friction loss, basic hydraulics) with senior oversight.
• Support site visits and field inspections to help verify compliance with construction documents.
• Assist with construction document production and coordination for small to mid-size projects.
• Learn and apply DSI design standards, calculation methods, and QA/QC processes.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–4 years of experience in mechanical/HVAC design.
• Basic understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and/or plumbing design principles.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and plumbing construction documents with guidance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Working proficiency with CAD/BIM tools and Microsoft Office (including Excel).

Qualifications

• EIT certification (preferred).
• Internship or co-op experience in mechanical contracting, MEP design, or consulting engineering (preferred).
• Exposure to Revit MEP or similar BIM software (preferred).