Job Description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

Joining our team as an Intern offers a distinctive opportunity to gain practical experience, broaden your skill set, and contribute to significant projects within Salas O'Brien. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and enriching environment where interns can thrive and cultivate their abilities. If you're prepared to embark on a rewarding journey and learn from industry leaders, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.

In this role, you will:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural, or a related Engineering field.
• Genuine passion for the AEC industry, with a focus on plumbing system design and a desire to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Familiarity or proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and an understanding of engineering analysis tools is beneficial.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and tasks, with a readiness to perform duties onsite or at project locations as needed.

Learning Opportunities:

• Learn basic principles of plumbing design engineering.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and specialists.
• Gain exposure to different project types and markets.
• See the full lifecycle of a construction project from design through construction.
• Enhance proficiency with industry-standard software.

Location: Irving, TX

Travel: Limited travel is required

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.