Mechanical Designer

SUMMARY

The Mechanical Designer will provide mechanical / HVAC design services on a variety of commercial building projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Mechanical technical drafting and design on assigned projects

Assist in the production of construction documents (drawings and specifications) for new buildings and for renovations and additions to existing facilities

Perform quality control process relative to project responsibilities on assigned projects

Perform initial site investigations and observations of work done by the installing contractor(s) related to contracted projects

Provide coordination of project designs with other disciplines

Maintain assigned project schedules

Develop and maintain positive client relationships

Additional duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

Analytical thinking - analyzing and synthesizing complex situations and information to understand issues, identify options and support sound decision making

Attention to detail - working in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner

Client focus - provides added value through service excellence to internal and external clients

Continuous learning - identifying and addressing learning and developmental need to enhance own performance

Job ownership - making decisions involving various levels of risk and ambiguity

Results management - organizes time, work and resources to accomplish objectives in the most effect and efficient way

Teamwork - working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledgeable in :

Ductwork layouts, wiring diagrams, equipment schedules

Related building and mechanical codes

Sustainable design practices

Developing construction documents using Revit

Skilled in :

Excellent verbal and written communication

Excellent time management

Ability to :

Work with customers and client base

Work in a team-based environment

Meet deadlines, successful completion of deliverables

Communicate and work well with other departments

Work under pressure

Think analytically and thoroughly, while being resourceful and detail-oriented

Focus on team and customer service

Be continuously self-motivated, hardworking, flexible

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a high school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED)

Proficient in the use of Autodesk Revit

Two (2) years of related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in mechanical design

Basic proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Four+ (4+) years of experience in HVAC / plumbing design in the MEP field

Advanced proficiency in the use of Revit, AutoCAD and Design Master

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work indoors in an office setting. Must be capable of occasionally climbing ladders and of traversing obstacles. Regularly required to type, file, or lift office supplies up to 20 pounds. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to visit construction sites, traverse uneven surfaces, and wear a hard hat. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while preforming job functions. The noise level in the work environment(s) is moderate due to the open nature of work environment and frequent interruptions by phone and in-person visits.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.