Mechanical Designer I

About the role

Bowman has an opportunity for a Mechanical Designer I to join our team in Westminster, CO. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.
• Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute.
• Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.
• Work closely with more senior staff members to learn and assist in design work.
• Aid in the preparation of mechanical and plumbing construction documents for restaurant and retail projects, including HVAC systems, kitchen exhaust and make-up air systems, grease waste systems, domestic water distribution, and sanitary drainage systems.
• Cook with architects, clients, equipment vendors, and other engineering disciplines to support project delivery schedules and maintain consistency with brand standards.
• Apply knowledge of restaurant and retail operational requirements to support efficient and code-compliant design solutions.
• Transform initial sketches and rough product designs into working documents using CAD or other mechanical design software.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to integrate mechanical designs with electrical, structural, and other plan components.
• Utilize design tools, networks, tool palettes, and templates to complete design work.
• Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to create accurate and comprehensive mechanical and plumbing drawings and diagrams.
• Verify accuracy of models and/or drawings for compliance with intended design concepts, customer specifications, standard manufacturing practices, and applicable code standards.
• Aid in the preparation of necessary documents.
• Assist senior level staff or management with clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on moderately complex project issues, providing design support and problem solving.
• Work closely with project manager to determine if scope of work or budgets need to be revised.
• Attend group meetings regarding projects.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent commensurate experience required.
• An associate’s degree in mechanical drafting and/or design preferred.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required.
• Any drafting and engineering technician experience in mechanical, plumbing or construction industry a plus.
• Experience with computer applications and mechanical engineering design software such as AutoCAD or REVIT, and familiarity with reading construction plans.
• Ability to process engineering changes to existing drawings preferred.
• Knowledge of design and drafting procedures preferred.
• Design experience to include successfully creating 3-D mechanical models and/or to create drawings from 3-D models.