Senior Mechanical Designer

Salas O'Brien • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Senior Mechanical Designer provides mechanical design services to support the production of construction drawings and specifications. The role may support projects across healthcare, Federal, industrial, municipal, and commercial sectors, including building HVAC and specialized systems for high-hazard process environments. Work includes developing system designs and calculations, selecting equipment, preparing technical documents, researching code compliance, coordinating with other disciplines, and supporting construction administration.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of mechanical design experience, including base building HVAC and specialty systems such as fume and smoke exhaust, gas detection and monitoring, and chemical treatment systems.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Excellent work ethic and attitude.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work.

Nice To Haves

• LEED certification or experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC and specialized process ventilation system designs based on project scope, client RFPs, and hazardous occupancy classification requirements.
• Design, evaluate, and plan mechanical systems for varied building types, including base building HVAC and specialty systems such as fume and smoke exhaust, gas detection and monitoring, and chemical treatment systems.
• Perform load and energy calculations using software such as Trace 700, Carrier HAP, IES, and similar programs.
• Conduct surveys of existing buildings and document HVAC systems, including comparative analysis between an existing reference facility and a target facility.
• Develop mechanical system design calculations and select equipment for buildings.
• Evaluate material compatibility and equipment durability for systems in chemically aggressive or corrosive process environments.
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies.
• Research code compliance, including hazardous occupancy classification requirements.
• Coordinate work with plumbing, structural, electrical, fire protection, process, and security disciplines.
• Provide construction administration support, including responding to RFIs and validating field conditions.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed