Tetra Tech

Mechanical Engineer US Embassy Baghdad, Iraq - Secret Clearance Required

Tetra Tech$80K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Govt. Secret Security Clearance or higher required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Current US PE license can substitute for degree
  • Minimum of 7 years construction experience
  • ABET accredited international degree accepted in lieu of US Bachelor's or US PE

Responsibilities

  • Provide full range of engineering and construction quality assurance
  • Perform technical inspections of mechanical work
  • Monitor contractor quality control programs
  • Review project drawings for compliance
  • Observe onsite construction practices
  • Monitor project progress and submit weekly reports

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 30 days paid time off annually
  • Round trip flights home included
  • Post Differential and Danger Pay incentives
Full Job Description
Tetra Tech needs a Mechanical Engineer for construction of a Power Plant Remediation Project (PPRP) with State Dept. Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq. Requires a US Govt. Secret Security Clearance.

The Project

The PPRP is designed to address critical operational inefficiencies that have been identified within the facility's power generation rooms. These inefficiencies include insufficient airflow, which compromises the cooling and ventilation systems, and excessive heat buildup, which poses risks to equipment performance, operational reliability, and overall safety. By implementing targeted engineering solutions, the PPRP aims to optimize air circulation, reduce thermal stress on machinery, and enhance the overall efficiency and sustainability of the power plant. This project will not only improve the facility's operational capacity but also extend the lifespan of critical equipment and ensure compliance with industry standards for safety and environmental performance. This is an active position, not a proposal.
  • We ask for a minimum commitment of 1 year and the project is expected to last 24-36 months.
  • Uplifts include Post Differential and Danger Pay.
  • Benefits include (medical, dental, vision, 30 days paid time off a year, round trip flights home)

Position Description

You will:
  • Provide NEC project with full range of critical engineering, construction quality assurance, technical oversight.
  • Perform technical inspections of mechanical work, monitor construction contractor's quality control program, and review project drawings to ensure compliance.
  • Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly.
  • Monitor construction progress with regard to project schedule and submit weekly progress reports with recommendations based on technical review of project documents and field inspections.


Requirements
  • US Govt. Secret Clearance or higher
  • US Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Current US PE license can substitute for degree
  • 7 years construction experience
  • ABET accredited international degree accepted in lieu of US Bachelor's or US PE

Next Steps
  • Apply to the position through this site
  • Complete the pre-screening questions


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About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
Learn more about Tetra Tech
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$178.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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