Mechanical Engineer Intern - Winter

Company Description

CRB's nearly 1,400 expert professionals drive innovative, life-changing and life-saving solutions for manufacturers in the life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our mission, vision, and core values put client satisfaction and employee experience at the center of everything we do.

As an AEC firm, we proudly specialize in industries that inherently carry important social responsibility - we recognize our impact and influence in the communities we serve and pursue corporate responsibility through the lens of people, community, and planet. From oncology and rare disorders to COVID-19 or alternative proteins, our design and construction projects are pioneering solutions addressing important issues such as food scarcity and global health.

Job Description

We are actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join CRB. Join our firm for an internship journey where you’ll dive into real-world project work, learn from industry leaders and fully immerse yourself in the CRB employee experience. This program is more than just an internship—it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a tangible impact on how we do business. You’ll have the chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge projects, collaborate with peers and industry leaders, and contribute your unique perspective to spark meaningful change.

At CRB, we believe that learning should be as dynamic as it is engaging, and that work can be both challenging and enjoyable. Join us to expand your horizons, build lasting relationships, and experience what it truly means to be part of a team that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence.

How will I contribute?

As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you will work under the direction of an assigned mentor to develop and implement project deliverables. Mechanical Interns focus on the design and engineering of HVAC, mechanical utility, plumbing, fire protection, and other building support systems into the built work environment. Typical tasks and deliverables include load calculations, utility assessments, energy modeling, design reports, code evaluations, plans, schedules, installation details, specification and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners. Tasks will include utilizing computer aided drafting and engineering software.

Core Responsibilities

• Developing project documents (e.g., calculations, reports, construction drawings and specifications, etc.) for clients in coordination with regulatory bodies and industry standards.
• Assisting with development of conceptual designs and coordinating with the design team under direction of the project team lead.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines and other internal and external team members (e.g., vendors, clients, and contractors).

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
• Interest in the Food & Beverage or Life Sciences industry strongly preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop actionable insights
• Must be willing to communicate and collaborate with multiple disciplines and other internal and external stakeholders (vendors, clients and contractors)
• Eagerness to learn about the AEC industry and apply academic knowledge to real-world engineering applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC systems strongly preferred
• Working towards Fundamental of Engineering Exam registration or completion preferred
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D collaboration tools (Navisworks, BIM360 Suite, Assemble)
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards within the AEC industry
• Prior internship or co-op experience in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Your privacy is important to us. All personal information collected will be kept strictly confidential in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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