Project Engineer, Mechanical (May 2025 Graduates)

Tepa, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Engineer - Mechanical, where you will engage in exciting projects from design to construction. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to grow professionally through mentorship and hands-on experience. You will collaborate with diverse teams to create innovative engineering solutions, focusing on HVAC systems and MEP projects. With a culture that values entrepreneurial spirit and personal development, you'll be part of a team that makes a real impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. This is your chance to launch your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Mental health support

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architectural or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience, ideally with one internship.

Responsibilities

• Develop schematic and design documents for MEP projects.
• Design HVAC systems including load calculations and equipment sizing.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to support multiple projects

Understanding of design best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering

Bachelor's degree in 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. The role is also responsible for generating engineering plans, specifications, and, where applicable, cost estimates.

This position is ideal for upcoming May 2025 graduates or recent graduates in applicable fields. As Tepa continues to grow, we focus on hiring recent graduates for career development through hands-on learning, mentorship, and growth opportunities. This is an entry-level position that requires completed education in the relevant discipline but no prior experience.

Job Functions:

1. Make decisions independently with supervision and guidance mainly on overall objectives and results.
2. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
3. Perform Mechanical Engineer tasks on MEP projects, including preliminary investigations, scoping, budgeting, and identifying project execution methods.
4. Develop schematic, 30%, 60%, and 100% design documents, technical specifications, construction plans, and bid packages.
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 codes and standards from preliminary sketches and diagrams.
8. Support HVAC projects, including retrofit and new installations, client and contractor interfacing, cost estimation, energy audits, and system upgrades.
9. Assist during construction with site visits, submittal reviews, and RFIs.
10. Maintain good relations with team members and clients.
11. Prepare technical reports, calculations, and recommendations.
12. Produce plans, reports, and specifications as needed.
13. Estimate project costs.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering (preferred) or mechanical engineering or similar from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience.
• One internship in a relevant field is preferred.
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of design best practices.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to prepare reports and proposals.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM.
• Experience with Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
• Federal project design experience is a plus.

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