HVAC Mechanical Engineer Intern

HVAC Mechanical Engineer Intern

SMMA

Location

Cambridge

Posted date

5 days ago

Minimum level

N/A

Employment type

Internship / Apprenticeship

Job category

Other

SMMA is seeking a Intern to join our Mechanical Design team, a talented group of designers and problem solvers. This position involves assisting engineers in all phases of building project mechanical design. The candidate will be active throughout projects' full lifecycles, from concept design to final construction documents, and during construction administration.

Given SMMA's integrated and multidisciplinary composition, the role affords a chance to coordinate and work closely with staff across numerous areas of design expertise and provides exposure to a variety of project and client types.

We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth. The candidate will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge that will advance the firm's mission and their professional career.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the calculation of building heating, cooling, or ventilation requirements using Carrier's Hourly Analysis Program (HAP)

Assist in the selection of HVAC equipment with support from senior mechanical engineering staff.

Assist in the field survey of existing building HVAC conditions.

Prepare HVAC drawings with support and supervision of senior mechanical engineering staff utilizing Autodesk Revit Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software.

Observe construction with support and supervision of senior mechanical engineering staff.

Qualifications:

In the process of completing a Mechanical or Architectural Engineering or Engineering Technology degree

Experience in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering concurrent with academic coursework.

Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination a plus

Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Load Calculation Software (Carrier HAP) and Microsoft Office

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to climb ladders, use a tape measure, and possess a valid driver's license are a plus.

About the Firm

70 years ago, SMMA pioneered an approach that integrates architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning to turn the most tangled design problems into refined and unexpected answers. Together, our diverse, integrated team of experts works across disciplines, sharing perspectives, inspirations, and ideas. We are bound by mutual trust, aligned by shared values, and united in focus on a single goal-our client's goal.

Our work straddles seven markets- Development, Government, Higher Education, K-12, Life Sciences, Technology, and Workplace-with the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and specialisms.

SMMA is a 100% employee-owned company, where every team member is an invested stakeholder. Our collective ownership fuels our passion for excellence, driving us to attract top talent and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Here, your voice matters, your ideas shape our future, and your success directly contributes to our shared growth.

Company Perks

Hybrid work-from-home policy

Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)

Mentor/protege program

"Lunch and Learns" with internal and external speakers

Please note: SMMA does not offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this position.