Generalmatter Mechanical Engineering Intern at General Matter focused on HVAC and building mechanical systems design and analysis. Supports design, modeling, and coordination for commercial and industrial projects.
Responsibilities
We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer (Intern) with a strong interest in HVAC and building mechanical systems to join our growing engineering team. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to design, model, and analyze air‐conditioning, ventilation, and hydronic systems for a wide range of commercial and industrial projects. This is a great opportunity for a motivated student who’s passionate about energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and the integration of mechanical systems in the built environment.
Assist in the design and analysis of HVAC systems using Revit, AutoCAD, and energy modeling tools.
Support load calculations, equipment sizing, airflow, psychrometrics, and hydronic design layouts under senior engineer guidance.
Learn to participate in system modeling and simulation using BIM workflows and performance tools such as IES.
Observe and help coordinate with architectural, nuclear experts, structural, and electrical teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
Help in preparing construction documents, specifications, and as-built documentation.
Contribute to design automation efforts using visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper) or coding (Python, C#).
Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to multidisciplinary teams.
Qualification
Completed coursework in HVAC designBonus QualificationsAdditional Requirements
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Junior or Senior standing preferred).
Completed coursework in HVAC design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid hydraulics/dynamics.
Basic familiarity with BIM modeling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
Interest in IES software or energy analysis.
Interest and/or experience in AI tools for design, visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper), coding (Python, C#), and/or open-source projects.
A collaborative mindset and a demonstrated interest in the built environment.
Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible, collaborative manner
Bonus Qualifications
Exposure to mechanical equipment selection, building automation (BMS), or commissioning processes.
Familiarity with energy analysis or system simulation tools.
Introduction to piping stress analysis and 3D modeling software (e.g., AutoPipe, Bentley OpenPlant, or Pipe3D).