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Career Opportunities: Mechanical Engineering Intern (11788)

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SmithGroup

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

  • You must be a sophomore or graduate in mechanical or architectural engineering and have experience with Revit, Trane Trace, IESVE, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • You will assist in designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems in Revit, perform load calculations, calculate pressure drops, attend design meetings, receive mentorship, and visit project sites.

Requirements

  • Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited mechanical or architectural engineering program by the time of the internship.
  • Some experience with Revit, Trane Trace and/or IESVE, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Work on integrated architecture and engineering project design teams.
  • Assist in the design of HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems in Revit 3D modeling software.
  • Perform heating and cooling load calculations using Trane Trace and/or IESVE.
  • Calculate pressure drop and static pressure for air and hydronic systems.
  • Participate in design meetings.
  • Receive mentorship from experienced engineers.
  • Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Mechanical Engineering Intern.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in the Pittsburgh office of SmithGroup.

What are the main responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineering Intern?

The main responsibilities include working on integrated architecture and engineering project design teams, assisting in the design of HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems using Revit, performing heating and cooling load calculations, calculating pressure drop and static pressure for air and hydronic systems, participating in design meetings, receiving mentorship from experienced engineers, and visiting construction or completed project sites.

What educational qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must have completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited mechanical or architectural engineering program by the time of the internship.

Is experience with specific software required for this role?

Some experience with Revit, Trane Trace, IESVE, and the Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

When do the summer internships take place?

The 12-week summer internships are held between May and August.

What is the anticipated hourly rate for this internship position?

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $24.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Will interns be eligible for overtime pay?

Yes, interns are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Are cover letters required for the application?

Cover letters are optional but highly encouraged to help us understand your interests.

Does SmithGroup promote a healthy work/life balance?

Yes, SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for staff and offers hybrid work options.

An award-winning, global, integrated design firm on a mission to Design a Better Future.

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Mission & Purpose

Founded by architect Sheldon Smith in 1853, our “born on” date might suggest that we’re a traditional design and engineering firm, but we left old-fashioned mindsets behind decades ago. Today, SmithGroup is an award-winning, multi-national organization that employs research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Working across 19 offices in the U.S. and China, our network of 1,300 experts is committed to excellence in strategy, design and delivery—giving rise to new and innovative processes and methodologies that are redefining the way we work. Our integrated practice offers depth in all disciplines serving the built and natural environment, including architecture, engineering (coastal, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing), landscape architecture, urban design and environmental science. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond—develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. Blending artistry, technology, planning, research and strategy, we partner with clients to up-end disruptors redefining their businesses and solve challenges impacting their worlds. Whether tasked to develop a business model, workflow processes, a campus master plan, a building, an energy model, or a strategic plan, our integrated team of experts relentlessly explores and refines until they arrive at a solution that realizes success at every scale of a project. Our ability to blend aesthetics with performance, sustainability, and resiliency to create a better tomorrow—for clients, employees, the community, the environment, and our collective future—has earned recognition from top-ranking institutions, publications and design authorities the world over.

Culture & Values

  • Equity

    We believe in creating a design culture grounded in empathy, dignity, and excellence.

  • Passion

    Our passion for design excellence drives us to solve complex, meaningful problems for clients.

  • Sustanibilty

    We design to create a healthy and prosperous future for clients and communities.

  • Curiosity

    We relentlessly explore, test and learn in order to innovate and solve today's emerging challenges.

  • Community

    We are leaders where we live and work. We share our energy, our time, and our knowledge to advance our clients and professions.

  • Integrity

    Trust is the foundation of all great design solutions. The only way to serve our clients and one another is with bedrock integrity.

Benefits

  • Hybrid Workplace

    We offer flexible scheduling along with in-office, remote and hybrid work plans

  • 15 Fridays Off

    We enjoy 15 extra Fridays off per year – on top of holidays & basic PTO

  • Compensation & Savings

    401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits & more

  • Health And Well-Being

    Parental leave, domestic partner & same-sex benefits, caregiving resources, coverage for medical, dental, vision, Rx, flex spending options