Mechanical Graduate Engineer - WGI

WGI is seeking a Mechanical Graduate Engineer to work with our MEP team in Austin. 

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. WGI prides its reputation as one of the nation's top consulting firms -- and our awards support our beliefs. We strive to stay ahead of the curve investing in the latest tools and technology. We are always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help expand our visionary approach. If you think you are an innovative team-player and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer will assist the design team on the production of construction documents for plumbing and HVAC in a variety of markets including multifamily, commercial, high-rise, hospitality and more. The Graduate Mechanical Engineer reports to the Product + Technology team leader.

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• Work with a team of engineers and designers to work from architectural plans and base files to assist in the production of quality engineering construction documents in Revit
• Under limited supervision of Engineers and Project Engineers, design Plumbing and HVAC systems including duct work, piping, and equipment sizing and selection for a variety of project types including including high-rise, multifamily, commercial and technology
• Perform calculations such as pipe sizing, pump and boiler sizing, HVAC load calculations, etc.
• Provide reviews of submittals and preliminary reviews of requests for information
• Independently conduct preliminary site investigations and construction progress site visits
• Maintain working relationships with manufacturers and technical representatives for plumbing and HVAC equipment in support of equipment specifications and design support
• Participate in internal production meetings with Engineers and Project Managers as well as external design meetings with clients or city officials as necessary
• Participate in development of automation and visualization strategies
• Inform Project Engineers, Team Leaders, and Project Managers of progress on assigned projects
• Attend industry events and become involved in the community, creating relationships and content

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) license obtained within first 12 months of employment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in the field of new building mechanical engineering construction
• Experience in Autodesk Revit
• Prior experience or knowledge of coding and/or machine learning technologies
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse.  Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please submit your resume for review by our Talent Acquisition Team. WGI provides a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.