Contracting Project Engineering Co-Op

Are you a Contracting Engineering Intern searching for new experiences? As a leading Trane® independent office, Brady brings efficient, reliable, and secure building solutions throughout central and eastern North Carolina. We take pride in all we do and in our Associates which is why we offer competitive pay and compensation, benefits, growth opportunities, and more! The Contracting Engineering Co-Op will support the design, implementation, and optimization of building systems, including HVAC, chilled water, hot water, steam plant, and Building Automation Systems (BAS). Through hands-on project involvement, the co-op will develop technical skills in system design, controls installation, programming, commissioning, and process improvement. This position reports directly to the Contracting Engineering Director, who will assign project responsibilities and provide mentorship throughout the co-op experience. Additional duties related to contracting engineering, controls systems, and special projects may be assigned based on business needs and the discretion of the Contracting Engineering Director. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop a foundational understanding of building systems design, including HVAC, chilled water, hot water, steam plant, and Building Automation Systems (BAS). Learn and apply basic engineering design principles, including equipment selection and specification, control flow diagram development, device selection, wiring design, and sequence of operations creation. Assist in the development of complete project design drawings utilizing AutoCAD, Visio, and other engineering software tools. Gain exposure to building load calculations, pipe and duct sizing, electrical power and control system design, material specifications, BACnet and Modbus protocols, and network communications. Shadow Engineers and Field Technicians in both office and jobsite environments to gain practical experience in system design, installation, commissioning, and troubles