Mechanical Engineer, PE

Tetra Tech, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

53d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll contribute 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.

Requirements

5 to 10 years in mechanical design, specifically related to design and construction documentation for mechanical, plumbing and performance-based fire protection systems in new and existing facilities.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
Familiarity with building codes, ASHRAE design manuals and guides, and USGBC LEED requirements, specifically for new or existing facilities.

Nice To Haves

REVIT/BIM and AutoCAD experience preferred
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.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical system designs from concept phase through construction with the assistance of an EIT 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.