Mechanical Designer II (34851)

About the role

HFA is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior architecture firm committed to a people-first environment. Our ownership mindset fosters innovation and strengthens client relationships, aligning with our culture code of empowering talent and fostering lasting partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and deliver completed construction documents for most project types.
• Assist in construction administration as required for most project types.
• Independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for most project and/or project type (or at least major portions).
• Solve medium to difficult design challenges that arise on a project or simple projects.
• Apply knowledge gained through experience and recognized national standards to simple projects, with minimal oversight.
• Utilize software such as Trane Trace throughout the design process.
• Design and draft domestic water, sewer, and natural gas piping systems, including riser diagrams, for small to medium projects.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD and/or REVIT.
• Train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer technical design questions on simple projects for HVAC and plumbing.
• Work collaboratively with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on client requirements.
• Provide high-quality control on all projects and possibly others for final review by the Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Design Lead.
• Have direct client contact in some cases.
• Work within established budgets and be responsible for financial success of projects.
• Select and design HVAC systems and equipment, controls, and provide energy calculations with minimal supervision on simple systems.
• Edit specifications for small to medium size projects.

Qualifications

• Management Requirements: 0-3 staff
• Education Requirements: BSME or equivalent experience
• Licensure Requirements: None required

Pay

Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), and a flexible work schedule.

Schedule

A flexible work schedule is offered.