Early Career Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

Early Career Mechanical Engineer – Los Angeles, CA – Property & Buildings Team

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and help shape the future of our clients’ objectives. Join a growing organization dedicated to solving challenges.

• Provide entry‑level technical assistance in design and development of mechanical systems for building and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with HVAC system design including air distribution, hydronic systems, and temperature controls.
• Support the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collect, compile, and analyze engineering data from drawings, schematics, and field observations to support project development.
• Assist in conducting research and site inspections to evaluate existing conditions and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Perform routine engineering calculations (e.g., load calculations) under supervision.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, structural, and architectural professionals.
• Ensure work is delivered in alignment with WSP quality, safety, and performance standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0–1 years of relevant internship or professional experience.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and building systems (HVAC, controls, plumbing).
• Familiarity with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD or Revit.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Internship or co‑op experience in consulting engineering or building design.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, IECC, local building codes).
• Interest in markets such as healthcare, commercial, higher education, or science & technology.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $72,700 - $100,000

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter or agency.