What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEP Engineer - Hydronic Systems & Mechanical Flushing position at Mersino Dewatering Inc?
Travel: Moderate travel expected
Location: Auburn Hills, MI (preferred) or near one of our established branches
Job Summary:
Ironclad Powered by Mersino is seeking a motivated and technically driven Entry Level MEP Engineer to support large-scale hydronic system flushing, temporary pumping, and mission-critical mechanical operations across commercial, industrial, and data center construction projects throughout North America. This position is ideal for a recent engineering graduate or early-career professional looking to build hands-on field and design experience within mechanical systems, chilled water infrastructure, technical water systems, and temporary fluid management operations. The selected candidate will work alongside experienced mechanical flushing specialists, project managers, and field superintendents supporting commissioning preparation, flushing execution planning, temporary pumping system design, and field startup activities for high-profile infrastructure and mission-critical facilities.
This role blends:
- Mechanical engineering fundamentals
- Field operations
- Hydronic system analysis
- Construction coordination
- Temporary system design
- Technical problem solving
The position offers direct exposure to large-scale chilled water and technical water systems commonly found in:
- Data centers
- Industrial facilities
- Central utility plants
- Manufacturing campuses
- Institutional and healthcare facilities
Primary Responsibilities:
Mechanical Flushing & Hydronic Support
- Assist in development of chilled water and technical water flushing plans
- Support temporary pumping and filtration system layouts
- Assist with valve lineup development and flushing sequencing
- Calculate required flushing velocities and flow rates
- Support balancing and flow verification activities
- Coordinate temporary tie-in locations and system routing
- Assist with system startup and commissioning preparation
- Help develop flushing procedures, turnover documentation, and field reports
Engineering & Technical Responsibilities
- Read and interpret:
- P&IDs
- Mechanical drawings
- Isometric piping drawings
- Equipment schedules
- Specifications
- Assist with hydraulic calculations and pump sizing
- Support Pipe-Flo or equivalent hydraulic modeling
- Develop equipment lists and temporary system BOMs
- Assist with temporary heat exchanger, chiller, and filtration sizing
- Support pressure loss and TDH calculations
- Coordinate with MEP contractors, commissioning teams, and owners
Field & Construction Support
- Participate in project site walks and coordination meetings
- Assist with startup planning and execution schedules
- Support temporary equipment installation activities
- Monitor flushing progress and filtration performance
- Assist with flow meter and instrumentation setup
- Support troubleshooting of hydronic systems during flushing operations
Preferred Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- HVAC/MEP Engineering Technology
- Related Engineering Discipline
Skills
- Basic understanding of:
- Hydronic systems
- Chilled water systems
- Pumps and piping systems
- Fluid dynamics
- HVAC infrastructure
- Familiarity with:
- AutoCAD
- Bluebeam
- Pipe-Flo
- Microsoft Excel
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Willingness to travel to project sites
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Desire to work in both office and field environments
Bonus Experience (Not Required)
- Internship experience with:
- Mechanical contractors
- HVAC systems
- Commissioning firms
- Industrial construction
- Pumping or fluid handling systems
- Exposure to data center construction
- Understanding of flushing, balancing, or commissioning processes
What the Candidate Will Learn
This role provides a rare opportunity to gain exposure to:
- Large-scale hydronic system operations
- Mission-critical data center infrastructure
- Temporary mechanical system design
- Industrial pumping systems
- High-volume filtration operations
- Mechanical commissioning support
- Construction execution strategy
- Real-world field engineering
The candidate will work alongside experienced professionals executing complex mechanical flushing and fluid management operations on some of the most demanding construction projects in the country.
Why Join Ironclad Powered by Mersino
Ironclad Powered by Mersino offers:
- National project exposure
- Hands-on field engineering experience
- Career growth in mission-critical infrastructure
- Exposure to large-scale data center construction
- Collaborative engineering and operations environment
- Industry-leading pumping and fluid management expertise
- Opportunity to work with one of the most specialized hydronic flushing teams in the industry
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Ironclad Powered by Mersino is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled