Mechanical Commissioning Internship - Full Time
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- $60k–$130k
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LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Center sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.
As an Intern at LotusWorks, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced team and gain practical knowledge. This internship is a fantastic opportunity for soon-to-be graduates and recent graduates to kickstart their careers.
Please Note: This is a full-time internship taking place during the academic school year, with a set schedule of Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, including a one-hour lunch break. This is not a summer program or a part-time opportunity. The internship is intended for recent graduates or individuals who are not currently enrolled in classes, as the schedule requires a full-time, weekday commitment. Please consider any academic or other scheduling obligations before applying.
Responsibilities
- Learn and understand ASHREA commissioning guidelines L1 through L5 process.
- Support the Mechanical commissioning team with review, verification & testing systems, including HVAC, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, chillers, and process utilities, under the direction of senior technicians.
- Review all instillation and operational acceptance testing activities prior to functional acceptance testing on mechanical equipment and utility systems following established job plans and safety procedures.
- Participate in daily walks, visually inspecting equipment for instillation, spec compliance, design compliance, witnessing and all other project requirements.
- Learn how to review drawings, design and review commissioning software for document completion and submitted reports before testing commences.
- Support commissioning meetings with progress updates on systems daily.
- Observe pump, valve, and piping maintenance, including gasket replacement, leak checks, and mechanical seal inspections.
- Participate in equipment startup and shutdown procedures, learning system interdependencies and the importance of operating within safe design limits.
- Assist in HVAC system testing tasks such as air handler auto control, VFD/fan checks, instrumentation checks and control of air flow, temperature and humidity.
- Learn and support chilled water, compressed air, and process cooling water system monitoring, recording temperatures, pressures, and flow readings.
- Support technicians in mechanical troubleshooting, learning how to identify abnormal system behavior and perform diagnostic checks under guidance.
- Learn to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment schematics, understanding how systems interconnect and flow is controlled.
- Assist in documenting all work activities, readings, and notes within the commissioning Software such as Smart Completions, Procore and Smart Sheets.
- Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses (JHAs), learning site-specific safety protocols such as LOTO, confined space, and chemical safety.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas, ensuring housekeeping standards are met after all testing activities.
- Learn the fundamentals of system balancing, flow control, and pressure management within building and process utility systems.
- Assist with system performance verification and equipment testing, collecting operational data for engineering or reliability analysis.
- Observe senior technicians during root cause investigations or taskforce activities, learning structured troubleshooting and reporting methods.
- Support the development and updating of mechanical job plans, checklists, and documentation under supervision.