About the Role
Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company, is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead high-impact projects across multiple market sectors. This role involves designing and delivering efficient HVAC systems, coordinating with teams, and managing project lifecycles.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects across laboratory/research, commercial, education, government, and hospitality sectors.
- Serve as Engineer of Record, ensuring code compliance and constructability.
- Develop sustainable HVAC system designs optimizing performance and energy use.
- Prepare and review design drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and client communications.
- Coordinate design work with architects, contractors, and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Mentor and train junior engineers; lead QC for deliverables.
- Utilize industry software and modeling tools for design and decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Currently active Professional Engineer license in California.
- 10+ years of experience leading mechanical/HVAC system design across a diverse project portfolio.
- Demonstrated technical excellence across multiple market sectors, with experience delivering projects from concept through construction administration and certificate of occupancy.
- Proven ability to supervise and mentor staff, supporting long-term professional development and team performance.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of delivering complex projects with technical precision.
- In-depth knowledge of building and mechanical codes, standards, and best practices.
- Familiarity with regional design practices and regulatory requirements in California and surrounding areas.
- Proficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, and MS Office.
Skills
- REVIT
- AutoCAD
- Trane Trace
- MS Office
- Mechanical/HVAC system design
- Project management
- Client communication
- Team coordination
- Technical leadership
- Mentorship
- Quality control
- Building and mechanical codes
- Sustainable design
- LEED AP BD+C
- WELL certification
- Strategic planning
- Resource management
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Business development
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
- 10+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer license in California
- LEED AP BD+C
- WELL certification
Salary/Compensations
- $155,000-$190,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere.
- Learning and development opportunities.
About the Company
- Glumac has been a leader in the sustainable building design industry for over 50 years.
- Glumac joined Tetra Tech in 2017, combining expertise with a global organization.
- Tetra Tech is a global leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure.
- Tetra Tech provides high-end consulting and engineering services worldwide.
- Tetra Tech's 25,000 employees work to solve complex problems by Leading with Science®.
- Tetra Tech addresses the entire water cycle, protects the environment, designs sustainable infrastructure, and supports the clean energy transition.
- Tetra Tech's work has improved over 625 million lives globally.
Equal Opportunity
- 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 requests priority referral of veterans.
