HVAC Designer

NexCore•Rochester, NY

12d

About The Position

Kennedy Mechanical Plumbing and Heating is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated HVAC Designer to design HVAC systems in collaboration with project managers, field teams, estimators, and customers. The role supports commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential projects and focuses on producing accurate, timely design documents and coordinating design requirements throughout project execution. The HVAC Designer prepares and reviews construction, permit, and shop drawings; develops mechanical layouts, equipment schedules, rise diagrams, and specifications; assists with design concepts, equipment selection, data collection, and field verification; and researches relevant codes. The role also involves communicating with internal teams, vendors, contractors, equipment suppliers, and field personnel, including assisting with construction observations and resolving field discrepancies under the direction of the design manager.

Requirements

Experience in mechanical design, mechanical construction, or a related field.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit MEP design software.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of mechanical systems, including air, hydronic, and refrigeration systems.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Knowledge of building codes, engineering theories, and methodologies.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

Prepare construction documents, shop drawings, and specifications for commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential projects.
Assist in developing design approaches and concepts for assigned projects.
Assist with data collection and field verification.
Research building, mechanical, gas, and refrigeration codes.
Assist in selecting equipment appropriate to the project design.
Produce detailed mechanical layouts in AutoCAD and Revit based on applicable codes and standards.
Produce mechanical equipment schedules and rise diagrams.
Produce project-based mechanical drawings and specifications.
Ensure drawings are accurate, neat, and completed on time to meet project deadlines.
Communicate with team members, team leaders, other disciplines, and outside vendors to obtain information needed for drawings.
Assist with on-site construction observations and coordinate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers under the direction of the design manager.
Create and review permit, construction, and shop drawings.
Interface with field personnel during construction to help resolve field variance discrepancies.