Mechanical Engineer - Intern

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join our Building Design Group in our Fairfax, VA office. This position will work directly with a mid-level or senior engineer to assist in project design. Project design includes calculations for a HVAC design component using a variety of software programs, developing construction documentation using REVIT or AutoCAD and assisting in construction administration through reviewing shop drawings.

Responsibilities:

Load calculations

Ventilation calculations

System calculations including pumps and fans

Development of plans including duct layout, piping layout and equipment layout

Code analysis and compliance with design standards Learning Objectives

This internship will provide the opportunity to learn about mechanical system design including:

HVAC design approach Calculations for HVAC building design using different software programs including Trane Trace

REVIT and AutoCAD training and application for HVAC design

Mechanical system knowledge

Interdisciplinary coordination

Team approach to building design

Requirements:

Currently pursuing a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Required Submissions:

Resume

A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to )

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position

Position # 2296

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