Mechanical Engineer I

Position Overview

At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), a nationally recognized leader since 1978, we leverage engineering excellence to tackle complex challenges in healthcare, science and technology, energy, education and more. With over 900 professionals across 22 offices, our work—from elevating patient care at Mayo Clinic to advancing environmental progress at Microsoft’s Thermal Energy Center—drives transformative outcomes.

As a Mechanical Engineer I in our Nashville office, you will help empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions that save global environments and create a greener future.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with and be mentored by experienced engineers while mentoring designers.
• Perform load calculations and determine system sizing and layouts.
• Calculate equipment sizes, select appropriate equipment, and complete field surveys.
• Review equipment shop drawings.
• Lead mechanical project teams, write specifications, and participate in project meetings with clients and consultants as you gain experience.
• Support construction-phase work.

Required Qualifications

• BSME/BSAE from an ABET accredited school.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Non-academic internship experience.
• Leadership involvement in extracurricular activities/student organizations is preferred.
• EIT certification (Passed the FE exam) is a plus.
• Internship experience in the MEP consulting engineering field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension with motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Capable of working both independently and within team environments.

Benefits & Perks

• A flexible, collaborative environment that supports your well-being.
• Real opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects.
• Collaboration with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo and foster innovation.
• A benefits package offering health, dental, vision, and retirement coverage, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs.

If this dynamic environment and the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we invite you to apply online. Feel free to share this posting with anyone who might thrive in this role.

AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

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