Mechanical Engineer in Training

Spur Design is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT) who is ready to grow their career in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Working alongside licensed engineers, you'll help design and document mechanical building systems while gaining valuable experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on every project.

• Provide Mechanical engineering design and documentation on projects within Spur Design including site investigations, drafting, design, contract documents, and occasional construction administration
• Develop detailed Mechanical drawings and specifications from schematic design through construction documents using Revit MEP or other modeling software
• Perform Mechanical engineering tasks including, but not limited to, production of contract documents, specifications, drafting drawings, design narratives, calculations, equipment selections, and combining of submission packages.
• Apply codes, design guidelines, engineering judgment, company standards, and industry best practices to support personal growth and deliver quality service to Spur clients
• Manage project priorities and contribute to program coordination within a multi-disciplinary team
• Monitor time spent on assigned projects and maintain accurate daily records
• Maintain and update office systems including Revit (BIM) libraries, filing systems, and project management tools
• Travel for site visits, professional coordination, and visits to satellite offices
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Director and design team to improve Spur Design’s methods and processes.
• Attend office meetings and report regularly on project progress
• Support marketing efforts, project interviews, level-of-effort estimates, and proposal development
• Seek opportunities to ask questions, learn next steps, and grow professionally
• Demonstrate professionalism and represents Spur with integrity in all settings

• 2+ years of experience under a Licensed Engineer in a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in an ABET accredited four‑year college or university in Engineering Sciences, Architectural Engineering, Construction Science, or a related field
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• Working knowledge of construction specifications and documentation
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents and drawings
• Foundational knowledge of architectural building systems and accessibility guidelines
• Familiarity with Owner-Architect Agreements, Owner-Contractor Agreements, and Architect-Consultant Agreements
• Possess strong organizational skills and high level of follow-through
• Strong time management skills‑ must be able to balance deadlines, responsiveness, and maintain the quality of both
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high attention to detail
• Proficiency with various software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Bluebeam, etc.

Benefits offered with the full‑time position include paid time off, sick time off, holiday time off;
Healthcare, STD, LTD and Life Insurance plans; reimbursement for professional exams and continuing education; and retirement contributions as follows:

• 15-25 days of accrued personal time off (PTO) based on years in profession
• Paid Holidays including:
• New Year’s Day
• Spur Design Inception Day (observed the Friday before Memorial Day)
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday
• Christmas Day and the weekdays between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Short-term Disability (STD) and Long-term Disability (LTD) are provided at no charge and include compensation of up to 60% of annual base salary.
• Life insurance in the amount of up to $100,000 or 2x annual base salary (whichever is less) is provided at no charge.
• Health Insurance, employer covers 100% of employee and family premiums
• Dental Insurance, employer covers 100% of employee and family premiums
• Vision Insurance. employer covers 100% of employee and family premiums
• Retirement benefits include matching 401k contributions of 1-for-1 matching up to 3% and 1-for-2 matching up to 5%, with a maximum match of 4% for a 5% employee contribution. This plan is a “safe harbor” eligible plan and,…