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Tetra Tech, Inc. Mechanical Engineer, EIT - 20000003223 in Seattle, Washington
Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we collaborate with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our global innovation hubs will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists. Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science As a Mechanical Engineer-in-Training, you'll be part of our dynamic team, contributing to mechanical systems design for industrial, commercial, wastewater, and water facilities. Your work will span system expansions, total replacements, and new facility construction. This person will work closely with project managers and mechanical leadership to assist with the development of design documents including engineering reports, calculations and analysis, drawings, specifications, and the engineer's opinion of probable construction costs. This person should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with internal and external clients. As a member of the Tetra Tech Mechanical Team, you will encounter exceptional growth opportunities. Tetra Tech is dedicated to investing in its people, offering support for a variety of career paths. Your Role
- Support the development of mechanical system design from concept phase through construction under the direction of a Professional Engineer including the development of construction documents.
- Perform HVAC load calculations, energy models, life cycle cost analysis, and ventilation calculations in compliance with applicable codes and energy efficiency standards.
- Size equipment and develop layouts for HVAC (airside and hydronic) and plumbing systems.
- Review and edit construction specifications using MasterSpec for each applicable project.
- Participate in construction administration. Responsibilities include responding to contractor RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and handling construction submittals. Conduct construction site field observations and prepare punch lists during various stages of construction.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- 0-4 years of experience. Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is recommended but not required.
- REVIT/BIM and AutoCAD experience preferred.
- Familiarity with building codes, ASHRAE design manuals and guides, and USGBC LEED requirements, specifically for new or existing facilities.
- Basic knowledge of building mechanical equipment is desired. Some examples include fans, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, chilled and hot water loops, boilers, motors, pumps, variable speed drives, direct digital temperature controls and building automation systems. Plumbing and/or performance fire-protection experience also desired.
- This position could require periodic travel, approximately 15% or more
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplined team environment
- Excellent communications skills and a positive can-do attitude
- LEED and/or CDT certification is desired but not required.
WA Salary: $ 78,000 - $93,000 dependent on experience Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, an