Mechanical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Job summary

Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company, in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a collaborative design team. You will contribute to mechanical systems design, construction documents, and project delivery, while growing toward leadership roles such as Team Leader and Mechanical Engineer of Record.

Ideal candidates have a strong technical background, 5+ years of experience, EIT, and are authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• EIT required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering or design experience.
• Proximity to the assigned office for weekly travel and site work.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design work on a range of projects under the direction of an MEOR.
• Develop construction documents as part of a collaborative design team.
• Support HVAC calculations and related design software tasks.
• Use Revit and Bluebeam to produce and coordinate project deliverables.
• Assist with construction administration tasks and site visits.
• Work with project leadership to advance design intent.
• Delegate and coordinate tasks with designers as needed.
• Take ownership of assigned deliverables and maintain a strong work ethic.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

The Opportunity:

Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Los Angeles, CA office. This is an opportunity to step into a role where your work directly shapes the success of exciting, real-world projects. You'll be part of a collaborative design team, contributing to mechanical systems design, construction documents, and project delivery while building toward greater leadership responsibility. This is a strong opportunity for someone ready to grow into a Team Leader and, over time, a Mechanical Engineer of Record.

Position Summary:

In this role, you'll perform mechanical design work across a variety of projects under the direction of a Mechanical Engineer of Record. You'll support day-to-day production, help move design work forward with confidence and ownership, and collaborate closely with project teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate is technically strong, proactive, and eager to continue growing in both responsibility and impact.

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Perform mechanical design work on a range of projects under the direction of an MEOR
• Develop construction documents as part of a collaborative design team
• Support HVAC calculations and related design software tasks
• Use Revit and Bluebeam to produce and coordinate project deliverables
• Assist with construction administration tasks and site visits
• Work in tandem with project leadership to advance design intent
• Delegate and coordinate tasks with designers as needed
• Take ownership of assigned deliverables and maintain a strong work ethic

Required Qualifications:

• EIT required
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering or design experience
• Proximity to the assigned office for weekly travel and site work
• Experience producing mechanical systems design work in a professional AEC environment
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE license or progress toward licensure strongly preferred
• Experience directing or guiding designers
• Strong proficiency in HVAC calculations and software
• Advanced skills in Revit and Bluebeam
• Experience with construction administration and field/site coordination
• Desire to grow into a Team Leader and Mechanical Engineer of Record

Work Environment and Location:

This position offers a hybrid work environment, with a requirement of two in-office days per week in our Los Angeles, CA office. All candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 (depending on experience)
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the compensation scale for this role. Actual salaries will be determined based on location, experience, responsibilities, and qualifications. This salary range is just one component of Glumac's total compensation package, which includes benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional incentives.

Why Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company:

Glumac has been a leader in the sustainable building design industry for over 50 years. In 2017 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential -- join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Life at Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company:

The perks of working at Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science^ to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.
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