Mechanical Project Designer - Building Systems

Farnsworth Group•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Mechanical Project Designer to serve as a senior technical lead for mechanical design production on complex building projects. The role combines advanced design expertise with project coordination and mentorship, guiding design teams, protecting quality, and delivering multiple concurrent assignments across commercial, industrial, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, institutional, healthcare, and other markets. The position leads mechanical construction-document production from design concept through bidding and construction, coordinating with engineers and project partners to deliver accurate, complete, and timely work. It also supports staffing and workload planning, construction administration, team development, department standards, and proposal and project-scope activities.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, CAD/Drafting, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Typically 12–16+ years of experience in HVAC and mechanical building systems design.
Expert proficiency in Revit MEP and experience leading production of fully coordinated, multidisciplinary BIM models and construction documents.
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD.
Advanced knowledge of applicable mechanical, fire protection, building, and energy codes and design standards, with a strong understanding of constructability.
Demonstrated experience with complex facility types such as industrial, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, laboratory, or institutional projects.
Proven ability to lead others, review work for quality, and manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy.
Clear, confident communication with engineers, clients, contractors, and project teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, or other mission-critical environments.
Experience with P&IDs, process piping, cleanroom exhaust abatement, or central utility buildings.
Background in fast-track, design-build, or highly phased renovation projects.
Experience with commissioning support, system startup coordination, or post-occupancy issue resolution.
Familiarity with Bluebeam, load calculation software, or other technical tools that support design and coordination.
Prior involvement in client meetings, proposal support, or project interviews.

Responsibilities

Lead development of construction documents for HVAC, fire protection, and piping systems from design concept through bidding and construction.
Own drawing production for assigned projects, working with engineers to establish the design approach, sequence, and level of detail and ensuring deliverables are accurate, coordinated, and on schedule.
Prepare, review, and check plans, sections, details, schedules, riser diagrams, P&IDs, specifications, and supporting calculations for completeness and consistency.
Coordinate with architects, other disciplines, clients, and contractors to resolve technical and constructability issues and maintain project progress.
Help plan staffing, schedules, and workload for designers and CAD/Revit staff in partnership with engineers and project managers.
Lead construction administration support, including submittal and shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, field verification, and installation issue resolution.
Mentor and train designers and CAD/Revit staff, review their work for quality, and help improve design production.
Contribute to department standards, Revit content, templates, and best practices.
Provide technical input for proposals, project setup, scope development, and fee planning.