Mechanical Engineer 1

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to be based in our Atlanta, GA office. The Mechanical Engineer I will work under the supervision of senior engineering staff to complete tasks and duties required for project related HVAC design requirements. The Mechanical Engineer I will be tasked with working on multiple projects of varying size and scope, in a dynamic setting.

The Mechanical Engineer I will be responsible for the following items:

• Responsible for assisting with the engineering, design, and modification activities related to sizing and selecting mechanical equipment.
• Areas of Design will be focused on HVAC ductwork, HVAC piping, central utility plant layouts and building ventilation/pressurization design.
• Additional areas of focus will be related to building automation systems and control sequences and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Preparing engineering reports and performing engineering calculations.
• This role will require some travel to project sites for field investigations of existing facilities for projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering or in Architectural Engineering.
• Due to nature of work/clients US Citizenship is required.
• Experience in performing building HVAC load calculations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of professional experience designing HVAC systems, utilizing industry-standard software.
• AutoCAD and Revit experience.
• Knowledge/experience with building HVAC systems design.
• Knowledge/experience with building plumbing systems design.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Candidate should be well organized, able to demonstrate critical thinking, quickly recognize issues, and be part of the solution.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation: 65000 to 80000 (USD) (YEARLY)