Mechanical/Process Engineering Co-op Fall 2023 - Fort Worth, TX
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
- 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. Interns 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 company partner for training, feedback, evaluation, and schedule management.