Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer

Mead & Hunt, Inc., a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, has a position available for an entry-level mechanical engineer with our Food & Beverage group in our Fenton, MO office location.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing job site surveys of food and beverage manufacturing facilities to analyze ammonia refrigeration
• Process glycol and HVAC systems
• Calculating refrigeration requirements for process cooling loads and building loads
• Performing engineering calculations for system designs
• Assisting in the selection of system components required for new and existing systems
• Drafting and editing AutoCAD drawings
• Assisting in the development of project documentations
• Assisting in creating written specifications for equipment
• Coordinating technical specifications, delivery requirements, and quotation parameters with outside equipment suppliers, subcontractors and customers

Occasional travel (up to 25%) will be required.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university

The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following:

• A mechanical internship working in an engineering, architecture, or construction firm
• Coursework in heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Coursework or experience in AutoCAD
• Capability of obtaining an EIT within nine months of hire
• Familiarity with International Mechanical Code requirements, ASHRAE standards, and building construction materials

Physical Abilities:

• Capacity to work long hours on foot, often in outdoor environments with varying weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Must be able to ascend & descend a 30' OSHA fixed ladder
• Good eyesight for inspecting equipment and ensuring safety compliance
• Ability to discern and react to auditory cues in a noisy construction environment
• Must be able to speak & write fluent English
• Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to multiple food ingredients

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers.

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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