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Cushing Terrell
HVAC & Plumbing - Mechanical Engineer in Training
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A HVAC Engineer designs, installs, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
$89,842 / year median in Montana
Job Description
HVAC & Plumbing - Mechanical Engineer in Training Cushing Terrell - 4.1 Kalispell, MT Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $78,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications CAD software Bluebeam Revu Bluebeam Microsoft Outlook Spreadsheets Revit Design engineering Design of mechanical systems Building information modeling (BIM) tools Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description HVAC & Plumbing - Mechanical Engineer in Training Position Description As a Mechanical Engineer in Training at Cushing Terrell, you will work on-site with an experienced team of licensed engineers to design HVAC and plumbing systems. Day to day, you will produce construction documents, perform heating and cooling load calculations, and develop system layouts in Revit, working directly alongside a senior engineer who will guide your technical development and support your path toward professional licensure. A successful first year looks like reliably delivering accurate HVAC and plumbing documents under supervision, developing proficiency in load calculations and equipment selection, and building the foundational project management habits including priority-setting, clear communication, and self-awareness that set engineers up for licensure and long-term growth. This role is designed for someone who wants to become a true mechanical engineering specialist. Position Salary Range
- The expected salary range for this position is $65,000 to $78,000 annually. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field 2+ years of professional experience in HVAC and/or plumbing system design Working knowledge of Revit MEP and AutoCAD Experience performing heating and cooling load calculations Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook Preferred Qualifications
- FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam passed or actively in progress Experience with Trane TRACE or Carrier HAP energy modeling software Experience with VAV systems, chillers, heat pump, boilers, rooftop unit design Experience designing domestic water systems and DWV Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don't meet 100% of the listed requirements?
- Produce HVAC and plumbing construction documents including plans, schedules, details, and flow diagrams using Revit BIM software under the guidance of a licensed Professional Engineer Perform heating and cooling load calculations and complete basic equipment selection for fans, pumps, and plumbing fixtures Conduct site investigations to field-verify and as-built existing mechanical systems for remodel projects Support construction administration by reviewing shop drawings and coordinating responses with the project team Manage concurrent project tasks and deadlines, developing prioritization habits that support efficient delivery Contribute to a collaborative studio environment, working closely with architecture and engineering teams to coordinate system design across disciplines Working at Cushing Terrell Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 16 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments.
Employee Benefits Guide:
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CushingTerrell_BenefitsGuide_2026_rev.pdf Things to Note Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
- The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements.