Automation Mechanical Designer – New Graduate

Stantec

Mechanical Designer launching career as part of Stantec's structural engineering group. Preparing project deliverables and collaborating with technical staff and project engineers.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $74,600 - $104,400 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Works with a team of technical staff to develop project deliverables ranging from design documents to technical reports.
Applies knowledge of basic engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures for structural design, analysis, and investigation.
Coordinates tasks with other teams across the firm and outside sources.
Assists project engineer with more advanced technical activities.
Uses appropriate technology and software (i.e. REVIT and CAD among others) to prepare project deliverables and production tasks assigned by senior project engineer or project manager.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience with applicable software (i.e. REVIT and CAD among others) within your own discipline.
Aptitude and drive to analyze complex problems and convey solutions in a clear and concise manner.
Strong organizational skills with ability to effectively shift attention between multiple projects.
Experience and desire to work in an entrepreneurial and innovative environment.
Possesses basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline.
Accredited engineering degree or equivalent education and experience required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays
Accrual of vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural designengineering principlesengineering practicestechnical reportsdesign documentsproblem analysis

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunication skillsteam coordinationattention to detailentrepreneurial mindset

Certifications

accredited engineering degree