About the role#
As an Engineering Co-op at McKenney's, you join the team from your first day. You will receive training and take on tasks that contribute to project success. This role requires initiative and teamwork. You will work with engineers, project managers, and vendors to support projects from start to finish.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with architects and clients to understand customer needs and create designs.
- Learn to size ductwork, piping, and plumbing systems.
- Select equipment and fixtures and work with vendors to specify them.
- Generate design documents for construction projects using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Visit jobsites to gather design information and verify that construction matches the design.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school as a Mechanical Engineering major.
- Ability to complete at least two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation.
- Ability to manage your courseload to avoid a full schedule while working.
- Strong self-motivation and the ability to work alone or in a team.
- High attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to work across multidisciplinary teams.
- Preference for candidates who can work three or more full-time semesters.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, GA.
- Term: Summer 2027 and Spring 2028.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Physical requirements: You may occasionally handle objects up to 50 pounds. Jobsite visits may involve climbing stairs or ladders and navigating active construction areas.
About McKenney's, Inc.
McKenney's, Inc. is a mechanical contractor based in the Southeast. Founded in 1948, the company provides services in construction, building automation, and facility maintenance. It operates offices in Atlanta and Charlotte. The firm employs over 1,000 people and handles projects ranging from HVAC and plumbing to energy services.
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