Mechanical/Process Engineering Co-op Fall 2023 - Cincinnati, OH
Our MEPC consulting firm is hiring mechanical engineering summer co-ops for design and analysis projects in industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities.
Co-ops enter an in-house training and mentoring program called the “Engineer Development Program” (EDP). The EDP program structure covers technical skills and aspects of the consulting business.
Qualifications:
- Completed first two years toward BS mechanical or chemical engineering degree
- Minimum 3.3 GPA
- Completed coursework in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
- Strong computer skills including experience with AutoCAD/Revit/Solidworks
- Excellent critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and research design issues with available resources
- Curiosity to learn and grow
Responsibilities:
Co-ops will work with project engineers or designers as part of project specific teams. Team size varies depending on project size and complexity. Co-ops will be exposed to many aspects of the design process including:
- Assist project engineers with specific design tasks
- Assist in concept development, design and analysis for projects
- Visit project sites to determine existing conditions and perform field related engineering services
- Use 3D scanner to create 3D model of equipment or a facility
- Perform heating, cooling and ventilation load calculations
- Perform mass and energy balances
- Make preliminary equipment selections using manufacturers' information
- Prepare designs and details using 2D and 3D AutoCAD including piping and HVAC design, layout and sizing tasks
- Review technical specifications
- Prepare preliminary construction cost estimates
- Research/learn mechanical/electrical code issues and construction methods
- Research/learn quality control procedures
- Exposure to construction administration
- Attend project meetings
Supervision:
Co-ops report to a Mechanical/Process Department Head for training, feedback, evaluation, and schedule management.