Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Designer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026.
Description
Position at TerraTherm, Inc.
Come join an amazing team of close to 900 employees dedicated to providing Excellence on Every Level!
TerraTherm is a worldwide leader in thermal remediation technologies used to clean up highly contaminated soil and groundwater. The Mechanical Engineer / Designer will support the design, fabrication, testing, and field deployment of custom mechanical equipment and treatment systems.
This position combines mechanical engineering, equipment design, drafting, fabrication support, testing, and field engineering. The role is primarily office-based, with periodic work in the shop and travel to project sites and vendor facilities.
Responsibilities
- Design mechanical equipment, piping, manifolds, skids, ductwork, supports, and other custom-fabricated systems and components.
- Perform engineering calculations for equipment sizing, fluid flow, pressure drop, heat transfer, loading, and component selection.
- Prepare fabrication-quality drawings, equipment layouts, piping and instrumentation diagrams, assembly drawings, details, and bills of materials using AutoCAD.
- Develop designs that consider safety, functionality, constructability, fabrication, transportation, installation, operation, and maintenance.
- Apply engineering codes, standards, specifications, and practical fabrication knowledge, including materials, welding, machining, tolerances, and assembly methods.
- Prepare equipment specifications and review vendor submittals and fabricated equipment for compliance with project requirements.
- Support shop and vendor fabrication, equipment assembly, modifications, repairs, and troubleshooting.
- Develop and perform equipment inspection and testing, including factory acceptance, pre-shipment, commissioning, startup, and post-project testing.
- Document testing, deficiencies, corrective actions, equipment modifications, and final as-built conditions.
- Provide field engineering and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) support during installation, commissioning, startup, operation, troubleshooting, and demobilization.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment design, fabrication, testing, reliability, and field performance.
- Follow company and project-specific health and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or an Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Engineering Design with relevant experience.
- Three to five years of relevant mechanical engineering, equipment design, fabrication, or industrial equipment experience preferred.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and demonstrated ability to produce fabrication-quality drawings.
- Education and experience in mechanical drafting and engineering drawing practices in accordance with applicable ASME Y14-series standards, including dimensioning, tolerancing, weld symbols, drawing conventions, and preparation of fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Experience with industrial equipment such as piping systems, equipment skids, pumps, blowers, heat exchangers, tanks, vessels, valves, filters, and ductwork preferred.
- Working knowledge of industrial materials and fabrication methods.
- Experience with equipment testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, construction, environmental remediation, or industrial process systems preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Travel and Physical Requirements
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to approximately 20%, typically for several days to two weeks at a time.
- Ability to work in office, fabrication shop, construction, industrial, and outdoor environments.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable site-access and medical-surveillance requirements.
Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 depending on experience
Why Work with TerraTherm:
TerraTherm, a subsidiary of Cascade Environmental, is a leading provider of thermal remediation technologies, specializing in the cleanup of hazardous substances in soil, rock, and groundwater. With over 20 years of experience and a commitment to innovation, we partner with top engineering firms, government agencies, corporations, and property owners to achieve sustainable environmental solutions. Our patented technologies are second to none in removing contaminants from the environment.
At TerraTherm, we foster a collaborative, solution-driven work environment where employees are encouraged to grow and take on new challenges. We offer:
- Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.
- Flexibility to explore new roles and projects nationwide.
- Competitive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability.
- Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Paidsick leave,vacation, andholidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and license bonuses.
Offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test and maintaining a clean driving record, in accordance with DOT requirements.
Cascade Environmental, LLC, and our subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.