Mechanical Designer

Mge Dpc•Hollywood, FL

11d

About The Position

The Mechanical Designer is a trusted member of the project team, working under the direct supervision of the Lead Designer or Engineer to provide design and project-management support. The role creates trade-specific schematics and layouts using sound design principles and performs project functions such as surveys, calculations, equipment selections, and layouts. The Designer assists across all project phases and communicates with peers, supervisors, vendors, consultants, clients, and other stakeholders. Construction-administration work includes processing and reviewing shop drawings, performing field observations, and preparing related reports. The position requires a strong understanding of the company’s project lifecycle, design and filing standards, and tools and applications. The Designer is expected to provide polished communication, build productive relationships, help solve problems, develop knowledge and business opportunities, and be capable of assuming the Job Captain function. The role requires intermediate mechanical-design and project-management competency. Mechanical work includes basic HVAC layouts, load calculations, equipment selection, coordination with other trades and spatial conditions, code and standards research, simple-system specifications, energy-model support, field-installation comparisons, and supervised shop-drawing review. As Job Captain, the Designer coordinates project deliverables and issuances, checks documentation for quality and accuracy, maintains correct project records, and communicates issuance status through completion.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience working in a Junior Designer role as part of a professional engineering project team under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed professional engineer.
Four-year Engineering degree.
Great interpersonal skills.
Polished verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized and composed under pressure.
Proven time-management ability, including managing strict timelines and multiple projects in a high-pressure environment.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and REVIT.
Keen eye for detail.
Intermediate proficiency in mechanical engineering trade-specific competencies, including basic ductwork and piping layouts, HVAC systems, load calculations, psychrometrics, basic equipment selection, and coordination with other trades.
Inherent knowledge of codes and standards, with ability to research when required.
Ability to generate specifications for simple HVAC systems using company standard templates.
Ability to compare field installations with project specifications and review shop drawings under supervision.
Ability to perform Job Captain responsibilities, including coordinating project deliverables, quality control, and project documentation.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering License.

Responsibilities

Create trade-specific mechanical schematics and layouts based on sound design principles.
Perform project functions including surveys, calculations, equipment selections, and layouts.
Assist with all phases of projects and communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, vendors, consultants, clients, and stakeholders.
Support construction administration by processing and reviewing shop drawings, performing field observations, and preparing related reports.
Perform layouts of simple ductwork and piping systems with minimal guidance; recognize HVAC systems and applications.
Perform hand- and computer-generated load calculations and check results against established ranges.
Select basic HVAC equipment and coordinate system spatial, weight, electrical, and other characteristics with space conditions and other trades.
Contribute under close supervision to more intricate mechanical-room and system designs, layouts, and advanced equipment selection.
Research applicable codes and standards; generate specifications using company templates for simple HVAC systems.
Perform building energy models and interpret results with guidance; compare field installations with project specifications; review shop drawings under supervision.
Educate Level 1 engineers.
Execute project tasks and apply company project lifecycle, design, filing, drawing set-up, issue-sheet, project-phasing, and archiving standards.
Build relationships and leverage expertise and contacts to solve problems, gain knowledge, and develop business.
Analyze problems, identify root causes, assess potential solutions, and see resolutions through.
Maintain a client-service focus and seek to satisfy internal and external customers.
As Job Captain, coordinate project deliverables and issuances with the project team and other company groups, and take ownership of the project from start to finish.
Check project documentation for completeness and accuracy before issuance; complete and submit checklists, provide final issuance clearance, and escalate concerns promptly.
Coordinate project manuals, issued-drawing lists, drawing compilation, background and xref updates, and issuance communications; follow up with clients to confirm receipt.
Ensure correct drawing set-up, filing, folder structure, issue sheets, revisions, notes, identifiers, and post-project archiving.
Coordinate project set-up expectations with the CAD/BIM group, place files in the correct folders, and notify Operations and Office Management when a project is confirmed for archiving.
Communicate clearly, professionally, and in a timely manner, tailoring communication to the audience and listening carefully.
Lead by example, take responsibility for actions and outcomes, work collaboratively to address issues, and respond constructively to conflict and change.