Project Engineer, Mechanical (May 2025 Graduates)

Tepa, LLC; Flagstaff (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Project Engineer - Mechanical to join their team. This exciting opportunity is tailored for recent graduates, offering hands-on learning and mentorship in a dynamic environment. You'll engage in various stages of project design, from conceptualization to execution, while collaborating with skilled professionals. Your role will involve creating HVAC designs, developing technical specifications, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, as you embark on a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Mental health support

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or upcoming graduates in relevant fields are encouraged to apply.
• No prior work experience required, internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project design from conceptual to construction phase.
• Develop design phase documents and technical specifications.
• Design HVAC systems and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Mechanical Engineering

Design best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in architectural or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Job description

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering a competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

LOCATION: Remote

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical who participates in project design from the conceptual phase to the construction phase. This role collaborates with various project teams to develop, refine, and update design criteria and direction. It is responsible for generating engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates where applicable.

This position is suitable for upcoming May 2025 graduates or recent graduates in relevant fields. As Tepa continues to grow, we focus on hiring recent graduates for entry-level roles that offer hands-on learning, mentorship, and career growth. The role requires completed education in the relevant discipline but no prior work experience.

Job Functions:

1. Make decisions independently and receive supervision mainly on overall objectives and results.
2. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
3. Perform tasks related to Mechanical Engineering on MEP projects, including preliminary investigations, scoping, budgeting, and project execution methods.
4. Develop schematic, 30%, 60%, and 100% design phase documents, technical specifications, and construction plans.
5. Simulate and model building HVAC and energy systems.
6. Design HVAC systems, including code review, load calculations, and equipment sizing.
7. Create designs, layouts, and plans conforming to applicable codes and standards from sketches and diagrams.
8. Support HVAC projects, including retrofit projects, client and contractor interfacing, cost estimation, energy audits, and upgrades.
9. Assist during construction with site visits, submittal reviews, and RFIs.
10. Maintain effective team and client relations.
11. Prepare technical reports, calculations, and recommendations.
12. Produce non-routine plans, reports, and specifications.
13. Estimate project costs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in architectural or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution; other relevant fields accepted.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience; internship experience preferred.
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of design best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Trane Trace, or Carrier HAP.
• Previous federal project design experience is a plus.

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