Mechanical Engineer Student Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.

Essential Job Functions:

• Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with Project Manager and/or client
• Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative
• Prepare feasibility studies and project cost estimates
• Maintain working knowledge of latest building and codes used in the industry
• Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
• Perform and/or review calculations and building energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
• Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) and/or Bentley CAD software (2D and 3D applications) or manually with support from more junior staff
• Edit or draft project specifications
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site
• Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences , overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes
• Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications
• Develop and mentor less experienced staff
• Perform related duties as assigned

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required
• Professional Registration
• LEED accredited professional preferred

Experience:

• 5+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)
  

Skills/Competencies:

• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
• Knowledge in ProjectWise BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated aTop Workplace to Work, Crain'sCool Place to Work, and aBest and Brightestcompany to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, andportfolio of projects.

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari's global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:

Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)
By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources
By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources
In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.
By email at hr@ghafari.com
If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.

It is Ghafari Associates, LLC's policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.