Design Engineer (HVAC) Co-Op, Intern
St. Louis, MO
Engineering /
On-site
The Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) – Co-Op or College Intern is responsible for providing support to in-house engineering staff in all facets of building mechanical system design.
Responsibilities
- Supports engineering personnel in mechanical engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and fuel gas systems for institutional, retail, and commercial building projects.
- Prepares calculations and technically sound construction documents that are cost effective, efficient, and constructible.
- Collaborates with and coordinates projects with architects, owners, and other engineering disciples, vendors, building officials, etc., through design phases of the building project.
- Performs engineering calculations including energy, HVAC load, building energy modeling, etc.
- Calculates ventilation and dust collection sizing and layout.
- Processes piping system calculation and design. Plans industrial piping per building project.
- Reviews shop drawings, responding to RFI’s and coordinates with contractors, design team(s), building officials, owners, etc. through the construction phase of the building project.
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
- Continuous Learning - Must be motivated and eager to learn industry concepts. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Planning & Organization - Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
- Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem solving situations.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.
- Undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
- Read, analyze and interpret business, professional, technical or governmental documents. Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the public.
- Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is advantageous.
The most distinctive aspect of working at NDBS is our spirit of innovation and collaboration. Together, we have a dynamic, fun, creative and inspiring work environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. We are committed to hiring and developing the best in our industry. You will work side by side with company leaders and industry pioneers who have extensive knowledge and experience. We offer competitive compensation, a strong benefit package and lots of opportunity for career and personal growth!
