Keirstin Hughes

“I was drawn to Mueller because of the size of the company. I have worked for larger companies in the past and felt disconnected from the product of my work. At Mueller, I am heavily involved in my projects from kick-off to the end of construction.

The culture at Mueller is flexible and autonomous. We have flexible working hours, so everyone has some control over their schedule. The whole office has an ‘open door’ policy that allows us to collaborate. Engineers are held accountable for the work they produce but are allowed the freedom to manage their own time and ask for help when needed.

Mueller’s strengths include knowledge and experience. Many people have been here for 15+ years. They have watched the industry change as technology has improved. They offer great insight as to why we do things the way we do, what challenges a design may face, and possible solutions. The team structure here also allows new engineers to be supported by the more experienced members of their team. We work together to produce the final product, so there is incentive to teach, and give feedback along the way.”

Thea Postolache

“The work atmosphere, captivating projects, and career advancement opportunities drew me to Mueller Associates. I wanted to take the technical knowledge I learned at the University of Maryland and apply it to solving interesting problems. I was thrilled that Mueller cultivated a supportive environment where I could implement my problem-solving skills while learning the specific intricacies and practices of the HVAC industry.

Everyone at Mueller is extremely accessible and enthusiastic about sharing their experiences and guiding one another through tasks and challenges. Mueller also really supports the interests of employees outside the workplace. For example, a few people in the office have close connections with the Special Olympics. It is an honor to be able to rally together as a company to support the Special Olympics through the annual Polar Plunge. Seeing how Mueller is compassionate within and outside the office is something that drew me to this firm and makes me feel privileged to be a part of every day.

Mueller is a fantastic place to get your start in the HVAC industry. The company fosters a support environment where everyone’s door, from the project managers to the president of the company, is always open. There are a lot of great resources and people are more than willing to share their experiences with you. Mueller also works on exciting projects that are always introducing unique challenges. The company has an impeccable quality of work that is an honor to be a part of.”

Faith Sheaffer

“The most exciting aspect of my internship is working on something different every day. Between so many interesting projects and the wide range of mechanical systems, I feel like I’m getting a very unique work experience.”