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Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Greenwood Village, CO

100% Employee-Owned Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Greenwood Village, CO to work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. In this entry-level role, you will assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry.

This role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one. You will also support work within project budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations, and gain exposure to hospitality-focused MEP projects, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location:Greenwood Village, CO

Discipline:Mechanical

Markets:Hospitality; MEP

Ownership:100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel:Up to 5%

Work Schedule:full-time in office

Sponsorship:Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, using engineering software and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards

• Support consulting project execution as part of a project team

• Assist with project planning and scheduling to meet project deadlines and objectives

• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring project design progress

• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions

• Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and build professional relationships

• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG

• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams to meet project goals, client expectations, and project budget requirements

What You'll Bring

Required

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required

Experience

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications

• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings

• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges

• Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software.

• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred

About the Team

• High-volume execution team for repeat TI programs and prototype deployment, with secondary strength in resort and hospitality, civic, and larger mixed-use and sports developments.

• National rollout and prototype TI work for repeat brand programs.

• Work includes hotel, resort, and hospitality projects in parallel with Colorado-area civic, arena, utility, telecom, and mixed-use efforts.

• Frequent mechanical, electrical, and plumbing packages support fast-turn project scopes.

• Recent work includes DoorDash / DashMart / Denver, CO / Tenant Improvement, Programmatic Commercial / Retail, and Omni Hotels / Raleigh, NC / New 511 Guestroom Hotel, Hospitality.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one

• An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one

• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

• Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing

• PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE

• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

Applications will be accepted through 9/18/26. The application deadline may be extended if the position remains unfilled.

State of Colorado Pay Range: $76,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and start building your consulting and technical foundation while helping create positive outcomes for clients, communities, and the built environment.