What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Engineer, Mechanical position at TKDA?
Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team, has an opportunity available for a Professional Mechanical Engineer who has extensive experience modeling and designing HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems for industrial and commercial facilities to join our Facilities Engineering team!
As a member of our team, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team of Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Structural) and Architecture professionals to provide planning, design, construction management, and commissioning services for systems a diverse portfolio of multi-disciplined projects including light and heavy industrial facilities, food and beverage facilities, and educational and commercial facilities.
You will perform energy modeling and life cycle cost analysis while designing complex sustainable building performance systems. You will also be involved with equipment selection and sizing, heat load analysis, and the preparation of mechanical plans, specifications, design details and construction documentation. Furthermore, this position requires participation in project development and fee estimating, attending client presentations and interviews, meeting with code officials, and performing inspections and assessments at project sites. Additionally, opportunities will be available to serve as a Project Manager on mechanical intense projects as well as larger multi-disciplined projects.
Flexible work arrangement (3 days in office / 2 days WFH)
2025 Location Note : We are moving! Currently still in downtown Saint Paul, we will be fully moved in at our new HQ in the South Loop neighborhood of Bloomington by April 2025. Check out more about our new office! TKDA HQ 2025
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college / university in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of five years of progressive design experience of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems) for commercial and / or industrial facilities.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer in one or more states with the ability to obtain registration through reciprocity within additional states.
- Prior energy modeling of mechanical HVAC systems.
- Previous experience responding to Requests for Proposals, including estimating mechanical fees.
- Previous experience performing facility or building load calculations and analyzing system components and capabilities in accordance with design and client requirements.
- Previous experience sizing ductwork and / or piping systems.
- Previous experience and ability to prepare studies, technical specifications and construction cost estimates and work with drafters to prepare accurate design drawings.
- Previous experience conducting construction administration and inspection activities.
- Working knowledge associated with design coordination on larger, multi-disciplined projects : Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Structural, etc.
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to articulate technical ideas and concepts both visually and in writing; Ability to write specifications and reports and lead and / or participate in discussions during client consultations and project team meetings.
- Ability to travel as needed (up to 10%) for team meetings, client consultations, site inspections / visits, construction management duties, etc.; Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Advantageous Qualifications
90,712 - $116,230 a year
The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 5-10 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm
At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.
Comprehensive Benefits
Health Benefits : Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan : Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions : Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match : Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP : Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off : Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.
Salary : $90,712 - $116,230
