Professional Engineer, Mechanical

Base Pay Range

$/yr - $/yr

Ready to make an impact? Our employee-owned, multi-disciplinary team is looking for a Professional Mechanical Engineer to join our Rail group in Seattle! This isn’t just another engineering role, you’ll be part of a collaborative team of Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, and Architecture professionals working on projects that keep the nation moving. From Class I and shortline railroads to commuter rail agencies, transit, municipalities, ports, and private developers, you’ll help design and deliver solutions that matter.

• Work on a variety of projects, from fueling facilities, loading/unloading systems, maintenance facilities, tank farms, pump houses, railyard operations, and more
• Develop plans, studies, and detailed designs for industrial mechanical systems and building systems. Create process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment layouts, and HVAC/plumbing systems
• Support construction administration, interpret plans, observe operations, and ensure everything meets specs
• Partner directly with clients and internal teams to define scope, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain quality standards

• Have a voice in shaping our projects, we’re employee-owned, so your ideas matter
• Work on projects that make a real difference in transportation and infrastructure
• Collaborate with a team that values creativity, problem-solving, and growth

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Washington
• Experienced professional with 8+ years of experience designing building or industrial processing mechanical systems.
• Proven experience designing mechanical system - including piping, HVAC, plumbing, and industrial processes
• Solid understanding of construction documents, specifications, and industry standards
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with clients and multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to manage project scope, budgets, and schedules effectively

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.

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.

Pre-Employment Screening approval is required. 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.

Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: 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 offers reflect base pay for candidates with 8-15 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Candidates with more experience are encouraged to apply. Listed salary does not include additional compensation, including overtime pay, bonus structure, ESOP contribution, and more.

Not Applicable

Full-time

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