Project Engineer, Mechanical (May 2025 Graduates)

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 competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, 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 the various project teams to develop, refine, and update design criteria and design direction. This role is also responsible for the generation of engineering plans, specifications, and where applicable, cost estimates.

This role is intended for upcoming May 2025 graduates or from the last year who majored in an applicable field. As Tepa continues to grow, we are focusing on hiring recent graduates to begin their careers at our organization with opportunities to receive hands-on learning, mentorship, and growth within the company. This is an entry-level position that does not require previous experience but does require completed education in the particular discipline.

Job Functions:

• Make decisions independently and receives supervision and guidance largely on overall objectives and results.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables. 
• Perform tasks of a Mechanical Engineer on MEP projects, including preliminary field investigations, scoping, and budgeting of projects, and identifying methods of project execution. 
• Development of schematic, 30%, 60%, and 100% design phase documents, technical specifications, construction plans, and construction bid package documents. 
• Simulation and computer modeling of building HVAC and building energy systems.
• Design of HVAC systems to include building code review and analysis, HVAC load calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Prepare all types of designs, layouts, and basic plans in conformance with applicable codes and design standards from preliminary sketches, diagrams, and other information. 
• Execute projects to include HVAC new and retrofit projects, interfacing with clients and contractors, project cost estimation, energy auditing of large HVAC systems and controls, identification of energy conservation measures, rebate identification and procurement, boiler and chiller plant upgrades, DDC systems, and building stimulation energy modeling. 
• Provide support during construction both in the office and the field, including site visits, performing construction submittal reviews, and addressing requests for information (RFIs). 
• Maintain effective in-house team relations and outside client relations as needed. 
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and calculations, and prepare technical recommendations. 
• Produce non-routine plans, reports, and specifications. 
• Prepare cost estimates.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering is preferred but mechanical engineering is also accepted or similar from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university 
• 0-2 year of relevant work experience
• One (1) internship completed in a relevant field; preferred
• Capability of supporting multiple projects simultaneously 
• Understanding of design best practices 
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills 
• Ability to prepare reports and edit proposals 
• AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 
• Trane Trace or Carrier HAP
• Previous Federal Government project design experience; preferred

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