Engineering Intern - Mechanical Engineering (Construction Industry)

PacificWest is hiring a detail-oriented, dependable, and process-driven Engineering Intern - Mechanical Engineering (Construction Industry) who is currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys precision, structure, and ensuring things are done the right way.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers, assisting in the design, analysis, and execution of construction projects. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in engineering applications, problem-solving, and quality control within a real-world construction environment.

You're the one we're looking for, if you:

• are methodical, organized, and thrive on structure.
• are dependable and responsible, always delivering on what you promise.
• enjoy digging into details and ensuring accuracy in everything you do.
• enjoy problem-solving with logic and data, not just intuition.
• take pride in doing things the right way-following processes and believing consistency leads to excellence.
• have a natural curiosity for how things work and enjoy improving systems and processes.
• work well both independently and within a team, ensuring tasks are completed with precision.

About Us

We sweat the small stuff. The details matter, and excellence is in execution.

We see challenges as opportunities. We embrace obstacles with creativity and resilience.

We thrive in a growth mindset. We push boundaries and continuously improve.

We treat everyone with dignity and respect. Relationships matter, inside and outside our company.

Born out of a passion to delight clients, PacificWest operates with a singular mission: To foster lasting partnerships in our clients' best interests by delivering comprehensive energy and sustainability solutions.

PacificWest is the California-based regional team of Energy Systems Group, a national leader in energy and infrastructure solutions. We specialize in design-build energy projects that enhance the learning environments of K-12 schools across the state, maintaining the local expertise and client-focused service that define our PacificWest team. Our success is built on our people-a team of professionals who give their all, in creating real impact every day.

The essential functions of the position include:

• Technical Support | Assist engineers in drafting, modeling, analyzing construction designs
• Project Documentation | Help create and maintain engineering reports, blueprints, technical specifications
• Quality Assurance | Support in reviewing construction plans, materials, structural integrity to ensure compliance with engineering standards
• Data Collection & Analysis | Gather and interpret data from testing, materials, site inspections
• Process Improvement | Identify areas for efficiency and accuracy improvements within engineering workflows
• Collaboration | Work with project managers, engineers, construction teams to support on-site and office-based engineering functions

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program (or related field)
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical thinking
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach
• Ability to follow structured processes and document work accurately
• Interest in construction engineering and infrastructure development
• Familiarity with engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit), a plus

Why Join Us:

• Hands-on Experience | Work on real-world engineering projects that impact the built environment.
• Mentorship and Training | Learn from experienced engineers who will help you develop critical technical skills.
• Career Growth | Gain industry experience that can lead to future full-time opportunities.
• Impactful Work | Contribute to projects that improve infrastructure and construction quality.
• Pay range is $18.50 to $22.00 per hour.

Apply Today:

If you are detail-oriented, structured, and passionate about engineering excellence, we'd love to hear from you! Candidates that we interview will be required to complete an assessment as part of our selection process.