Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is seeking to add a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer to its Engineering team. This opportunity is based in Ann Arbor, MI, with consideration for candidates located in the greater Detroit, MI area. The position offers a remote and/or hybrid-friendly work arrangement, with the requirement to attend project site visits.

Why Tetra Tech 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 over 50 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 Tetra Tech 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.

Position Summary As a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer, you will independently perform mechanical engineering design tasks with oversight from senior engineers, supporting HVAC and plumbing systems across a variety of projects. You will collaborate directly with project managers and multidisciplinary teams, participate in design meetings, and conduct site visits to evaluate existing building systems.

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical design responsibilities, contribute to project delivery, and expand your engineering expertise within a collaborative and growing team. 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 HVAC heating and cooling load calculations using Trane TRACE 3D Plus or equivalent software. Develop mechanical system designs and construction documents using Revit. Design HVAC ductwork and piping systems in accordance with project requirements and applicable codes.

Evaluate existing HVAC systems and select appropriate mechanical equipment and system solutions. Perform building energy calculations and analyses using Trane TRACE 3D Plus or equivalent software. Collaborate with project managers, senior engineers, and other engineering disciplines to coordinate designs and deliver project requirements.

Participate in project design meetings and communicate technical information to internal and external stakeholders. Conduct site visits to assess, verify, and document existing HVAC and plumbing systems and building conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of post-graduation professional experience in HVAC engineering and design.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, including load calculations, ductwork design, piping design, and equipment selection.
• Proficiency in Revit for mechanical system design and construction documentation.
• Experience performing HVAC load and energy calculations using Trane TRACE 3D Plus or equivalent software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective communication and coordination with project teams.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required for this position.
• Must be a U.S.
• Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience evaluating existing building HVAC and plumbing systems and developing design solutions for renovation or retrofit projects.
• Experience coordinating mechanical designs with other engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Work Environmental / Environmental Factors The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made.
• Work is primarily performed remotely or in a professional office environment.
• Occasional site visits may involve active construction sites, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other building areas.
• Site visits may involve exposure to varying environmental conditions, including extreme summer heat, winter cold, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Physical Requirements Ability to work at a computer for extended periods while performing engineering design and documentation tasks.
• Ability to occasionally walk through buildings, climb stairs and ladders, and access mechanical equipment areas during site inspections, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform occasional field inspections to assess and document existing building conditions.
• Additional Information This is a full-time position, typically scheduled Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Occasional overtime may be required based on project schedules and deadlines.
• This position is remote, with the option to work from a local Tetra Tech office where available.
• Occasional travel is required for project meetings and site visits, with overnight travel anticipated approximately 3–4 times per year.
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $125,000 annually.
• Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, education, experience, professional licensure, technical expertise, and other job-related factors.
• Life At Tetra Tech The perks of working at Tetra Tech 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.

With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides 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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