Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Philadelphia, PA

About this role

Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Philadelphia, PA  

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture  

This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.  

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one.  

You will support project execution, planning, documentation, quality control, and multidisciplinary coordination while working within project budgets and client expectations. Based in a team with strong education and cultural-institution work, this role contributes to high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.  

At a Glance  

Location: Philadelphia, PA  

Discipline: Mechanical  

Markets: Education  

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)  

Travel: Up to 5%  

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid  

Sponsorship: Not available  

What You'll Do  

• Assist with the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems using engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards  

• Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and build professional relationships  

• Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team  

• Assist with project planning and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives  

• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring project design progress  

• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions  

• Participate in quality control processes to help ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements  

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts  

• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and help identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems  

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals  

What You'll Bring  

Required  

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required  

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications  

• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics , heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings  

• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment  

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills  

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges  

• Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software.  

• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups  

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook  

• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays  

Preferred  

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred  

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred  

Physical Requirements  

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds  

• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull  

• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises  

About the Team  

• Philadelphia MEP team with a strong education and cultural-institution portfolio  

• Museum, library, and campus work including Penn Museum, Swarthmore, and Johns Hopkins  

• HVAC replacement and electrical switchgear, including historic-preservation projects  

• Multifamily housing and religious-facility experience  

• Recent work includes Penn Museum Egypt & Nubia Galleries, Cultural; Swarthmore McCabe Library, Education; and Eastern State Penitentiary HVAC, Cultural  

Why IMEG  

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.  

• Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one  

• An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one  

• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology  

• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations  

• Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times , with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing  

• PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE  

• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)  

• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays  

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription  

Consistent with Philadelphia law, a background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment. Any criminal history will be assessed on an individualized basis in relation to the position.  

Bring Your Career to IMEG  

Apply today and begin building your mechani

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